When Silence Is Violence

Our recent U.S. election has some questioning whether, when, and how to use their voice. Being vocal and standing up for whatās right and just can be dangerous when those who hold the reins of power call for retribution against rivals alleged to have illegally wronged them. During times such as these, remaining silent may seem the safest option. Putting our own hands over our mouth But itās not merely a question of whether to speak or not speak, the election results also have some questioning the efficacy of their speech, its timeliness, and its audience. Clearly something is going wrong between the speaker and listener these days. If, in fact, there is a listener. Perhaps silence is good for a timeāto listen, learn, reflect, and consider how to speak from a place of deeper wisdom. We all know we have a right to remain silentāunder certain circumstances at least. In many cases, though, itās not so much a right as a privilege. Those of us who can blend into the domina...