James Young Journalist Profile

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SERIES | The Election Is Over. Time to Advance Progressive Education Policy.

Nov 26, 2024 | southseattleemerald.org | Sophia Hernandez |James Young

by Leo Falit-Baiamonte, Sophia Hernandez, James Young, and Bailey MediloAs fascism took center stage across the country with the November election results, Washington State held the line. Now — with Washington voters making their stances loud and clear — our elected leaders have the opportunity to move the needle on progressive policy.
Ten Weeks That Could Shake Your World

Jan 3, 2024 | hastingsindependentpress.co.uk | James Young |Jen Calleja |Nick Pelling

NICK PELLING highlights the Hastings Writers WorkshopIf you have ever attempted the lonely craft of writing a short story or a poem, you will know how easy it is to be defeated by self doubt and maybe even suffer from a slight sense of embarrassment. The Hastings Writers Workshop (HWW) offers a great way to overcome these bedevilling snares. The workshops are run by James Young, a successful Irish writer who brings charisma and clear structure to the group sessions.
Salford domestic abuse charity appeal for old mobile phones from the public

Oct 30, 2023 | salfordnow.co.uk | James Young

A domestic abuse charity in Salford admits they are desperate for old mobile phones to help keep domestic abuse victims safe. A video appeal has been published across Survivor Project’s social media asking people to look through their drawers for old mobiles that could help abuse victims escape from unsafe situations.
Uprooting the Racism of American Churches

Oct 3, 2023 | patheos.com | James Young

The heritage of evangelical Christianity in the United States is founded upon systemic racism that perpetuated itself generation after generation for centuries. Although both the church and America remains racially divided today, you and I can participate in a future where healing takes place.
I Am the Real Church

Sep 28, 2023 | patheos.com | James Young

I am the real Church. I don’t care about status or wealth. I don’t care about what clothes you wear. I don’t care about your past. I care about you, and about what is important to you. I’m a great listener. It’s not my place to judge you—just to love you. I pray for you. When you hurt, I hurt too. When you are happy, it gives me joy!I am excited about worshipping with you!I want to be a good example for you and your family.
The Purge is Real

Sep 24, 2023 | patheos.com | James Young

I call it “The Purge.”No, I’m not talking about the horror film franchise depicting an annual night where any and all crime is 100% legal. Nor am I referring to the notable but unequivocal free fall in church attendance that began during mandatory COVID-19 lockdowns and has if anything accelerated, especially among the young, singles, and progressives. I mean pastors seem to be getting fired, and ministers are losing their credentials at an increasing rate.
Union Power: The United Electrical Workers in Erie, Pennsylvania

Jun 8, 2023 | monthlyreview.org | James Young

That the United Electrical Workers Union was still alive at the end of the 1950s, a decade of red-baiting, raids, and repression against the labor left, has been considered a minor miracle. In this wonderfully detailed account of human courage and solidarity, based on dozens of interviews with participants, Jim Young uncovers the secret behind that miracle. A must-read for labor activists and students of labor history.