From the beginning of human history, humans have pursued power and domination over animals, women, men, and nature by any means, including the most violent. In war's path all that makes life livable is destroyed: art, culture, civilization, nature and beauty. Yet war continues to stalk the planet unabated, from spears and sticks to atom bombs and drones. In this weekly series of talks, debates, films and discussions for Spring 2014, The Institute for Civic Engagement examines many aspects of war: its history, culture, and present form. The Institute will also investigate the age-old query: is peace possible?
Lecture and presentation by Sandy Baird, attorney and Chair of the Legal and Justice Studies Department at Burlington College. This week’s offering is: Religion and War.