https://anempoweredspirit.com/human-rights/ Cathy Chester, MS Advocate shares decades of wisdom Sun, 30 May 2021 21:14:07 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 https://anempoweredspirit.com/human-rights/#comment-28329 Wed, 03 Feb 2016 06:39:46 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2016/02/02/human-rights/#comment-28329 I know what you mean, Kimberly. We can all easily become disconnected from the pains of the world. But we have to keep our eyes and ears open to stay aware and involved on the plight of many. It's how we can try to heal the world, one story at a time.

]]> https://anempoweredspirit.com/human-rights/#comment-28328 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 21:43:17 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2016/02/02/human-rights/#comment-28328 Such a fascinating story of an amazing woman. It's easy for me to become isolated to the struggles many face in our world. I'm always impressed with passion and desire for those that seek to improve the world around them. Thank you for sharing Cathy!

]]> https://anempoweredspirit.com/human-rights/#comment-28327 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 17:54:28 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2016/02/02/human-rights/#comment-28327 One of my friends who came with me said she was so engrossed in the story and found it fascinating. My other friend was squirming in her seat. So you can see how controversial and fascinating Ms. Ali was! All in all an interesting evening that led to an incredible conversation in the car going home!

]]> https://anempoweredspirit.com/human-rights/#comment-28326 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 17:51:10 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2016/02/02/human-rights/#comment-28326 It is sad, Carol, and how much some people want all the power is maddening.

]]> https://anempoweredspirit.com/human-rights/#comment-28325 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 17:50:37 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2016/02/02/human-rights/#comment-28325 Oh, it was very interesting. And also it was controversial. But in the end it was a great talk and I had a wonderful discussion on the way home with my two friends who came with me.

]]> https://anempoweredspirit.com/human-rights/#comment-28324 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 17:49:27 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2016/02/02/human-rights/#comment-28324 We have a lot of freedoms in our country and it's astounding how many women have none, Mary.

]]> https://anempoweredspirit.com/human-rights/#comment-28323 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 17:48:59 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2016/02/02/human-rights/#comment-28323 She sure is brave and sticks with her convictions.

]]> https://anempoweredspirit.com/human-rights/#comment-28322 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 17:48:38 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2016/02/02/human-rights/#comment-28322 She sure has a lot of tenacity, Monica! Wow. You have to wonder what we would do in her position, eh?

]]> https://anempoweredspirit.com/human-rights/#comment-28321 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 17:48:05 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2016/02/02/human-rights/#comment-28321 I know you would love reading her books because of all of your experiences and vast knowledge, Kathy. Thanks for sharing your story here. Best always to you.

]]> https://anempoweredspirit.com/human-rights/#comment-28320 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 17:47:29 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2016/02/02/human-rights/#comment-28320 Thanks, Deb. I only knew her because my parents read her book Infidel. It was a fascinating and controversial talk and when I met her at the after-party I told her I was proud to be a woman, American and a Jew (she mentioned Americans need to stand up for their rights, and that women are "fine" in America) and she asked if she could hug me! I was taken aback but we had a big bear hug. On the way home it was a wonderful discussion with the two friends who came with me. Love that. Love YOU!

]]> https://anempoweredspirit.com/human-rights/#comment-28319 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 15:13:00 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2016/02/02/human-rights/#comment-28319 You are always enlightening me! I was not familiar with Ayaan Hirsi Ali. I admire her courage. Thank you Cath!

]]> https://anempoweredspirit.com/human-rights/#comment-28318 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 13:50:27 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2016/02/02/human-rights/#comment-28318 Hi Cathy! How fascinating this woman is. I must confess I knew nothing about her until reading your post but it made me curious in many ways. I know that there are many who are Muslim who carry things to extreme just like there are many in other religions who are also fundamental extremists. But after just spending 3 weeks in Egypt surrounded by moderate Muslims I can say my personal experience is that the ones we met are people just like us, trying to live in their culture with (or without) a religion that they grew up with. Of course that does not deny the horrible experiences of some people and largely women when subjected to the extremes of the religion. My husband denounced fundamental Christianity for its repression and control for many of the same reasons (although as a man he was never forced into physical harm and mutilation). I think the biggest takeaway I have from this post is that it is the duty of all free people to do what we can to educate and offer choices to others whenever possible--regardless of their religion or heritage. ~Kathy

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