This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.
Part I (00:13 – 07:34)
The Birth of the New Left in the United States: 60 Years After the Port Huron StatementPort Huron Statement by Students for a Democratic SocietyPart II (07:34 – 14:14)
The Long March Through the Institutions and Hollywood: Tom Hayden, Jane Fonda, and Cultural Marxism’s Trickle Down from Port Huron into the CulturePart III (14:14 – 19:30)
‘We Want the Universe to Hold Our Hand — Without Bossing Us Around Too Much’: The Loony Theological Left and the Shift from Witches to Life Coaches in America400 Years Ago, They Would Be Witches. Today, They Can Be Your Coach. by New York Times (Molly Worthen)Part IV (19:30 – 25:49)
Nancy Brophy and Agatha Christie: Murder Mysteries, the Christian Worldview, and Vexing Questions‘How to Murder Your Husband’ Writer Convicted of Murdering Husband by New York Times (Mike Baker)
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Monday, October 25, 2021
DOCUMENTATION AND ADDITIONAL READING
PART 1
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Issues to Watch this Week: Democrats Say They Are Nearing Agreement on Massive Federal Spending Bill—But What Will it Be?WALL STREET JOURNAL (PETER GRANITZ AND ELIZA COLLINS)
Democratic Voters Back Biden's Big Spending BillNEW YORK TIMES (MICHAEL D. SHEAR)
Biden the Dealmaker Finds That Compromise Can Have ConsequencesPART 2
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Issues to Watch: Paramount Case In Abortion As Supreme Court Fast Tracks Hearing on Constitutionality Of Texas Abortion LawCNN (ARIANE DE VOGUE)
Justice Sonia Sotomayor Criticizes Colleagues for Allowing Texas Abortion Ban to Remain in EffectNEW YORK TIMES (ADAM LIPTAK)
Supreme Court Again Refuses to Block Texas Abortion LawPART 3
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Issues to Watch: Major Issues Leading Up The Gubernatorial Vote In Virginia Next Tuesday — Including Who Decides Education Of ChildrenPART 4
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Worldview Consequences of Geography: Rural Counties In Maryland Argue for Joining West Virginia. Why? Worldview MattersNEW YORK TIMES (MICHAEL LEVENSON)
Bye, Maryland? Lawmakers in 3 Counties Float a Plan to Secede From the State.ASSOCIATED PRESS (IRIS SAMUELS)
Montana Redistricting Commission Advances Two Map ProposalsPART 5
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An American Story: Chief Earl Old Person, Blackfeet Nation Chief for 60 Years, Dies at Age 92NEW YORK TIMES (CLAY RISEN)
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Worship Music
Jimmy and Joe discuss worship music, principles that guide them in choosing what to sing as a congregation, and how they justify singing a song by Bethel.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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SBC 22 Review
The Southern Baptist Convention went down in Anaheim, CA last week. Joe was there and share some highlights: the race for the Pastors Conference president, the SATF recommendations, Barber vs Ascol, and Rick Warren’s humble bragging. But first, the guys celebrate Jimmy’s 40th birthday. Big thanks to everyone who sent in cards for the Fofo. He was blown away by your thoughtfulness.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
