Bill Gaston despises a certain someone at the White House. Can any good come of it?
Commentary: Let’s Envision a Buddhist Political Philosophy
Randeep Purewall says it’s time to define Buddhist political philosophy. He proposes four core components for a political philosophy informed by the dharma.
Office of the Dalai Lama issues clarification on Dalai Lama’s controversial remarks on immigrants and female successor
In a new interview, the Dalai Lama said Trump lacks moral principle, refugees should ultimately return to their homeland, and any future female Dalai Lama should be attractive.
Sacred Reich delivers “Awakening,” metal-style
Thrash metal band Sacred Reich is releasing its first album in 23 years, and it comes with some heavy Buddhist themes.
Hawaii Governor David Ige on Buddhism and Politics in the Age of Trump
David Ige — one of America’s most prominent Buddhist politicians — on immigration, climate change, and compassion in governance.
Dalai Lama concerned U.S. becoming more selfish under Trump
The Dalai Lama. Photo by Christopher Michel.“The present president, in the very beginning, he mentioned ‘America first,’” said the Dalai Lama. “That sounded in my ear not very nice.”
Stand Against Suffering: A Call to Action by Buddhist Teachers
Thirteen leading Buddhist teachers call on Buddhists and all people of faith to take a stand against policies of the new administration.
Tibetan PM-in-Exile Says Trump Should Meet With Dalai Lama
“Donald Trump has been to all three major sacred places of three major traditions. What is left is Buddhism.”
The Ziji Collective issues statement on revisions to executive order temporarily banning refugees from entry to U.S.
The Ziji Collective has issued a statement in response to U.S. President Donald Trump signing a revised version of his “travel ban” Monday.
Commentary: American Open-Heartedness Is Needed Now More Than Ever
After the election, Buddhist American international aid worker Katie Letheren broadens her plea for compassion toward Syrian refugees.