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It has been well-established that many of the injustices that people around the world experience every day are the result of wide-scale structural problems of politics and economics. These are not merely random personal problems or consequences of bad luck or bad planning. Confronted by this fact, it is natural to ask what should or can we do to mitigate everyday injustices? Just Responsibility integrates ways of taking political responsibility into a rich theory of political community, accountability, and leadership in which taking responsibility for injustice itself transforms the fabric of political life.

One ordinary spring morning in Reykjavik, Iceland, Thordis Elva kisses her son and partner good-bye before boarding a plane to do a remarkable thing: fly 7,000 miles to South Africa to confront the man who raped her when she was just 16. Meanwhile, in Sydney, Australia, Tom Stranger nervously embarks on an equally life-changing journey to meet Thordis, wondering whether he is worthy of this milestone.

Described by the New York Times as "arguably the most important intellectual alive," Noam Chomsky is known throughout the world for his highly influential writings on language and politics. Featuring two of Chomsky's most popular and enduring books in one omnibus volume, On Language contains some of the noted linguist and political critic's most informal and accessible work to date, making it an ideal introduction to his thought.

From intimate relationships to global politics, Sarah Schulman observes a continuum: that inflated accusations of harm are used to avoid accountability. Illuminating the difference between conflict and abuse, Schulman directly addresses our contemporary culture of scapegoating. This deep, brave, and bold work reveals how punishment replaces personal and collective self-criticism, and shows why difference is so often used to justify cruelty and shunning.

Welcome to Responsibility Matters, where we delve into responsibility's profound impact on humanity. Our podcast is FREE and accessible to anyone. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to hear its insightful messages. However, there's also an option to support our project by subscribing. All proceeds from subscriptions contribute to the construction of the Statue of Responsibility. YOU can be a part of this and your name will be mentioned on future donor recognition platforms. Additionally, subscribers gain access to future exclusive podcast episodes.Thank you for supporting us, and ...

As the world changes, the antiquated restrictions foisted upon women do not prepare them for life in the modern world. Clarina Howard Nichols delivered this message at the Woman’s Right Convention in Worcester, Massachusetts in 1851. As a journalist and women’s rights advocate, Nichols believed education was the most empowering gift for young girls, stating, “Educate your daughters for practical life, and you have endowed them better than if you had given them fortunes.” This speech serves as an important text in the canon of women’s writing.

The Adopt Responsibility Podcast. This podcast was created by Matthew Widen and Caleb Landis. It is a platform for conversations about faith, philosophy, culture, politics, and personal development. The goal of this project is a continual pursuit of integrity and truth.

Get to know Mike Poirier, the Future Mayor of Wenatchee, WA.

Aligning wealth with social responsibility is an increasingly prominent focus in today's business and investment landscape. This concept, often referred to as socially responsible investing (SRI) or impact investing, emphasizes the integration of ethical, social, and environmental considerations into financial decisions. Investors and corporations are recognizing that profitability and positive societal impact are not mutually exclusive. By directing capital towards companies and projects that prioritize sustainability, fair labor practices, and community development, they can foster long-term...

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"Truck Bomb Kills 15 in Somalia; Al-Shabab Claims Responsibility" is from the August 30, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Jeffrey Gettleman and Hussein Mohamed and narrated by Corey M. Snow.

"Melania Trump's Speechwriter Takes Responsibility for Lifted Remarks" is from the July 20, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Maggie Haberman and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

"ISIS Claims Responsibility for Ax Attack on German Train" is from the July 19, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Melissa Eddy and narrated by Fleet Cooper.

"ISIS Is Said to Claim Responsibility for Attack at Jordan-Syria Border" is from the June 27, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Rana F. Sweis and narrated by Caroline Miller.

"ISIS Is Said to Claim Responsibility for Deadly Attack in Jordan" is from the December 20, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Rana F. Sweis and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

The new ISRN Podcast IS HERE! lSRN CEO, Santosh Gupta hosts a dynamic range of esteemed speakers over this series. Join in to listen to insightful conversations with leaders of the development sector; unearthing the various facets of social work. The deep challenges they discuss and their bold solutions will educate and inspire all aspiring future visionaries to take their first step toward nurturing positive change and building a developed nation!With a new episode every month, you stand to gain profound insights into the development sector dynamics, challenges, and innovative solutions.

"Barack Obama: Guns Are Our Shared Responsibility" is from the Lifestyle section of The New York Times. It was written by Barack Obama and narrated by Kristi Burns.