William Barber II

 The Rev. William Barber II, a progressive activist and pastor, addressed the executive committee of the Democratic National Committee on Aug. 23, calling on party leaders to host a presidential debate focused on poverty and to do more to address the concerns of poor and low-income Americans.

A diverse band of faith leaders and at least one presidential candidate descended on a park outside the White House on Wednesday (June 12), gathering to decry what organizers called the "evil" policies of the Trump administration.

Methodists asked Jeff Sessions to repent. He resigned instead, ending a tenure marked by near-constant pushback from faith communities across the religious spectrum who opposed his policies and his attempts to defend them with Scripture.

Under sweltering 94-degree heat in front of the General Assembly building, a hardy group of progressive activists gathered to revive the 40-day Poor People's Campaign.

The latest news on active nonviolence: Ten activists cited for trespassing at naval base; Poor People's Campaign launched; Maryland recognizes "Catonsville Nine" protest with memorial marker.

At the Red Letter Revival, near the campus of Liberty University, participants aimed to fellowship, reaffirm their values and serve as a thorn in the side of evangelicals aligned with President Trump.

The latest news on active nonviolence: Symposium held to celebrate 75th anniversary of founding of Koinoia Farm; Pax Christi Metro New York to honor Auxiliary Bishop Joseph Sullivan; Immigration demonstrations scheduled

The latest news on active nonviolence: Poor People's Campaign rallies for anniversary of "Bloody Sunday"; British priest faces imprisonment for failing to pay damage fines; young people are mobilizing for March 24 anti-gun violence action; new ways to fight the death penalty and its effects