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How Many More Tragic Acts of Gun Violence Will It Take?

On October 27 we watched another horrendous mass shooting take place, as 11 people were slain and several others were injured in a shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, PA. This anti-Semitic act of violence has no place in our communities or country. We stand in solidarity with our Jewish neighbors and friends against this hatred.

The Economic Cost of Violence

In addition to causing immense human suffering, violent conflict has a substantial financial cost. It is in the economic interests of the United States to switch from a policy of military intervention to one of conflict prevention.

Imagine a World without Fear

Imagine a world in where women don’t need to expect men to harass or assault them; where people of color don’t have to be afraid of police; where immigrants and refugees are treated with compassion; where every child is beloved; where non-violent methods are the normal way to settle conflict; where every government works to reduce climate change.

New IPCC Report Offers Stark Warning on the Climate Crisis

The United Nation’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) recently released a landmark report on the levels of warming our planet can safely withstand and the steps we will need to take to avert a climate crisis. The prognosis is even worse than many had previously thought.

Celebrating World Quaker Day

When I arrive at the FCNL office, I always stop for a moment before entering the building, just to read the banner hanging from the outside our building: #lovethyneighbor (No Exceptions).

FCNL Advocate Recognized as Interfaith Trailblazer

At the Islamic Society of North America’s (ISNA) 55th annual convention on August 31 – Sept. 3, 2018, Amelia Kegan, FCNL’s Legislative Director for Domestic Policy, was named the 2018 Interfaith Trailblazer of the Year. She was recognized for her ongoing work to dismantle structural economic injustice.