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Faithful Defiance of Authoritarianism
Discussion on Proposed Action of Immediate Witness (AIW) for General Assembly 2025: Reaffirming Our Covenants for Democracy and Freedom
Hosted by the UUA General Assembly & Conference Services’ Commission on Social Witness (CSW)
Tuesday, June 3
7:00 p.m. ET • 6:00 p.m. CT • 5:00 p.m. MT • 4:00 p.m. PM
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Brief Description: In a time when the soul of democracy is under siege, Unitarian Universalists should rise with a flame kindled not only in protest and defiance, but in covenantal love and sacred resolve. This AIW resolution affirms a deep theological and historical grounding for democratic action, invoking the symbolic power of the flaming chalice and the tradition of covenant as spiritual and civic commitments. Recognizing the current threats to justice, equity, democratic institutions, and the rule of law—from authoritarian abuses to systemic oppression—the resolution calls on us to transcend isolation, strengthen alliances, and uphold civil society through peaceful, principled resistance. It urges UUs to engage nationally and locally with movements for justice, inclusion, and democratic renewal, framing this moment as both a moral trial and a sacred opportunity to co-create a radically inclusive, beloved community.
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