Cross Talk

CrossTalk: When is it OK to Use the Word “Homophobia?”

CrossTalk: When is it OK to Use the Word “Homophobia?”
Image via onewed.com James: Emily, in your recent Huffington Post piece, I was disappointed that you employed what is perhaps the most fraudulently-used word of our time: “homophobic.” Since “phobia” means “an irrational fear of”, the word homophobia carries an implication...
March 20th, 2013 | Columns, Cross Talk | Read More

Cross Talk: Did Our President Overstep His Bounds?

Cross Talk: Did Our President Overstep His Bounds?
In this column, we’ll discuss important current event topics with two Burnside writers who disagree on the issues. One leans left, the other right. Their faith is what helps them to meet in the middle. Usually. James: Emily, a short time ago, I told you I felt President Obama was overstepping his bounds...
January 31st, 2013 | Cross Talk | Read More

CrossTalk: Freedom of Religion and Government Mandated Birth Control

CrossTalk: Freedom of Religion and Government Mandated Birth Control
In this column, we’ll discuss important current event topics with two Burnside writers who disagree on the issues. One leans left, the other right. Their faith is what helps them to meet in the middle. Usually. Emily:  James, there’s a lot of fighting, tension, and debate going on right now...
January 10th, 2013 | Cross Talk | Read More

Cross Talk: Let’s Talk About Sex (Baby)

Cross Talk: Let’s Talk About Sex (Baby)
In this column, we’ll discuss important current event topics with two Burnside writers who disagree on the issues. One leans left, the other right. Their faith is what helps them to meet in the middle. Usually. Emily: Alright, let’s talk about sex. James: I read your recent  HuffPo post and...
November 29th, 2012 | Columns, Cross Talk, Featured | Read More

Cross Talk: The Presidential Townhall Debate

Cross Talk: The Presidential Townhall Debate
In this column, we’ll discuss important current event topics with two Burnside writers who disagree on the issues. One leans left, the other right. Their faith is what helps them to meet in the middle. Usually. Emily: I’m looking forward to this! So James, I’m assuming by now you’ve caught...
October 25th, 2012 | Columns, Cross Talk, Culture, Democracy, Featured | Read More