Politics
From the President: Christmas Politics
Dr. Chris Seiple 06 December 2009
In this 2003 reprise, Chris Seiple argues that the political context of Jesus' birth is an essential chapter of the Christmas narrative. "Putting Christ back in Christmas," he writes, "means putting the 'King of the Jews' back in the story."Read more: From the President: Christmas Politics
IGE: Your Global Neighborhood Weather Station
Dr. Chris Seiple 27 February 2009
IGE President Chris Seiple calls for a focus on religion and religious freedom as an essential part of geo-political thought today.
Read more: IGE: Your Global Neighborhood Weather Station
Humility's Hope
Dr. Chris Seiple 13 January 2009
The inauguration of President Obama is a crossroads opportunity for America to re-boot its international image, influence, and impact.
Loving Locally in an Election Year
Dr. Chris Seiple 05 October 2008
In the waning days of the 2008 campaign season Chris Seiple discusses "responsible freedom," reminding Christians that, "How we handle ourselves sends eternal signals amidst today's earthly issues."
Read more: Loving Locally in an Election Year
Conference on Constitutional Democracy in Africa: A Brief Report
Dr. Chris Seiple 03 September 2008
The Institute for Global Engagement partnered with the UNDP and the Kenyan Government to co-sponsor a conference on constitutionalism in Africa.
Read more: Conference on Constitutional Democracy in Africa: A Brief Report
Seizing the Middle East Moment
Dr. Chris Seiple 31 July 2008
IGE president Chris Seiple discusses religion and politics in the Middle East, making recommendations for the next president.Read more: Seizing the Middle East Moment
The Promised Land’s Existential Election
Dr. Chris Seiple 30 June 2008
IGE president Chris Seiple examines the need for America to rediscover freedom based on respect during this election year.Read more: The Promised Land’s Existential Election
Getting the Questions Right
Dr. Chris Seiple 30 April 2008
IGE president Chris Seiple reflects on the questions we should be asking about American foreign policy. He considers the use of soft power and a humble foreign policy to accomplish American ideals.Read more: Getting the Questions Right
America's Greatest Soft Power: Religious Freedom
Dr. Chris Seiple 10 January 2008
This article (based on the presentation Dr. Seiple gave on January 8, 2008, at Calvin College) analyzes the state of American foreign policy and draws lessons from the experiences of the Institute for Global Engagement.
Read more: America's Greatest Soft Power: Religious Freedom
From the President: Moving from Ideology to Identity
Dr. Chris Seiple 31 October 2007
IGE President Chris Seiple reflects on his intellectual progression from theory to reality, from religion to faith, and from tolerance to respect.Read more: From the President: Moving from Ideology to Identity
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