The World and Everything In It 1.23.26 The price of pro-life witness, a review of two different mysteries, and an exploration of poetry and music
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Jan 23, 2026 
John Stonestreet, President of the Colson Center, delves into the complexities of pro-life witness and the vital need for religious freedom amidst social tensions. Colin Garbarino reviews current films, highlighting the AI courtroom drama 'Mercy' and the charming adaptation of Agatha Christie’s 'Seven Dials'. Arsenio Orteza discusses the artistic collaboration between poet Dana Gioia and composer Paul Salerni, exploring how they breathe life into poetry through music, including highlights from their opera-ballet 'Haunted'.
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Hold To Pro-Life Commitments
- Stick firmly to pro-life commitments regardless of short-term political calculations.
- Organize at the state level and hold federal allies accountable to protect unborn life and related policies.
Dobbs Was The End Of The Beginning
- Overturning Roe was only the beginning; the movement now enters a new phase.
- The goal shifts from legal change to making abortion both illegal and unthinkable culturally.
Protect Worshipers First
- Prioritize protecting children and de-escalation when protests disrupt worship.
- Expect the state to act against planned intimidation that chills religious freedom.
