North Macedonia parliament approves a new nationalist-dominated government
Skopje, North Macedonia Reuters North Macedonia’s lawmakers on Sunday approved a new nationalist-dominated government of Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski, whose party won general elections in May banking on voters’ anger at the slow pace of European Union integration. A third vote due to technical issues made the final tally 77 for and 22 against in […]
Sight-Seeing: For too many Christians, the lines between dominionism, nationalism and fascism are blurred
KAREN SWALLOW PRIOR, in an article first published on Religion News Service, says an old social experiment sheds light on how easy it is to manipulate people’s moral compasses…
The Explainer: What is the difference between nationalism and patriotism?
In an article first published on The Conversation, JOSHUA HOLZER, assistant professor of political science at Westminster College, explains…
Pope, in Hungary, warns of rising nationalism in Europe, appeals for migrants
Updated: 10:15am, 29th April 2023 (AEST) Budapest, Hungary Reuters Pope Francis, starting a trip to Hungary, on Friday pointedly warned of the dangers of rising nationalism in Europe and told the Budapest government that accepting migrants along with the rest of the continent would be a true sign of Christianity. In a hard-hitting speech to […]
Nationalism “must not prevail”, Pope Francis says, addressing the United Nations
Vatican City RNS In a video message to the United Nations, Pope Francis said the COVID-19 pandemic has put the international community at a crossroads and that it’s up to UN leaders to decide whether to choose the path of multi-lateralism and dialogue or nationalism and individualism. “We are faced, then, with a choice between […]
Around the world, coronavirus boosts community spirit – and nationalism
London, UK Thomson Reuters Foundation The coronavirus pandemic is boosting both nationalism and community spirit, unleashing shifts in attitudes that would usually takes years to trickle down, according to a survey released on Thursday. The survey of six nations from across the globe reveals that COVID-19 has also prompted more people to want to work […]
New UN envoy warns closed borders embolden human traffickers
London, UK Thomson Reuters Foundation Human traffickers will profit from rising nationalism fuelled by the coronavirus pandemic, the new United Nations expert on modern slavery said, warning that anti-migrant policies and rhetoric may prevent victims of exploitation from seeking help. Lockdowns and business closures worldwide are pushing many vulnerable workers – particularly migrant labourers – […]
More “apartheid cities” seen in India after deadly Delhi riots
New Delhi, India Thomson Reuters Foundation India risks greater segregation in its cities after deadly riots in Delhi last week, with minority and poor people likely to be blocked from accessing housing in desirable neighbourhoods, human rights experts said on Thursday. The Hindu-Muslim clashes in the city’s north-east – the worst communal riots in Delhi […]
Essay: Johnny Cash’s Gospel versus the temptations of nationalism
In an excerpt from his book ‘Trains, Jesus, & Murder: The Gospel According to Johnny Cash’ first published by Religion News Service, RICHARD BECK looks at how Johnny Cash viewed the Gospel and patriotism – and how nationlists can distort his message…
Sight-Seeing: Patriotism, nationalism and the American dream
As his nation marks Independence Day, US commentator THOMAS REESE appeals for a new approach to the idea of patriotism in the US…