#photographyfriday On Fridays we post a photo taken by a BCD member paired with a spiritual quote. We hope this brings you a moment of peace 🙏🏻 Photo: The volcanic Ko'olau Range forms the steep western wall of Käne'ohe Bay, Oahu, by Amaury Cruz
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We represent a broad coalition of Buddhists from multiple traditions and lineages and with differing political opinions, who share the common goal of ensuring democracy’s survival. https://linktr.ee/buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy
Buddhist women: you are invited to join us tonight at 7 EDT for our monthly gathering of the Women in Solidarity. Click here for info and link: www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-wo...
BCD Women in Solidarity Group - Buddhist Coalition for Democracy
This is a group for women to express and discuss their own lived experience within the safety of a women's-only space. The group's focus is on matters relevant to engaged Buddhism. Topics may include ...
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The latest issue of our newsletter is here! Read about our next big event (hint: we’re partnering again with Tara Brach and IMCW), upcoming meetings of our book club, Women in Solidarity group, and midterm election resources. conta.cc/4aRME39
Registration Open: Engaged Buddhism Town Hall September 24th
Email from Buddhist Coalition for Democracy August 3, 2026 Registration is Open Engaged Buddhism Town Hall September 24th 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. ET Registration is open for The Bodhisattv
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Good News Sunday ☀️ Meet Chester the turkey who’s now living the dream www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/20...
This rescued turkey was probably bound for slaughter. Now he’s a family pet.
Chester enjoys snacking on grapes, watching police chases on TV and getting petted by a FedEx driver.
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Registration now open! Whether you are feeling inspired, uncertain, or conflicted about political engagement, this gathering offers an opportunity for reflection, dialogue, and practice as we explore how to meet this moment with wisdom, courage, and compassion. imcw.org/event/?event...
Photography Friday. We hope you find a moment of joy and inspiration. 🙏🏻
Tonight at 7EDT our Poetry as Witness group will meet. The theme for July is Speaking From Truth, Not Performance. New attendees welcome! www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-po...
BCD Poetry as Witness: A Contemplative Circle of Nature and Word (Recurring Monthly Group) - Buddhist Coalition for Democracy
Poetry as Witness is a monthly online contemplative circle of Nature & Word designed as a space for literary expression, mindful witnessing, and relational reflection. The circle is facilitated by Lor...
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“True democracy seeks to awaken the deep goodness present even in those who support and perpetuate injustice. It seeks to inspire them to seek the light.” @jeremydavidengels.bsky.social
A Lotus in a Sea of Fire and ICE
There is no way to democracy—democracy is the way.
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This week’s BCD events! Please click here for more info and registration. www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/events/
On Fridays we will post photos taken by our membership paired with quotes inspired by the images. We hope you enjoy 🙏🏻 Photo and verse by Amaury Cruz
We continue to follow the legal journey of Mohsen and will advocate for complete dismissal of the charges. May he live free and in peace 🙏🏻 www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Appeals court reverses decision that released pro-Palestinian Columbia activist Mohsen Mahdawi
The second circuit overturned the previous decision, saying the judge overstepped authority by intervening before it moved through the immigration court system
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Good News Sunday ☀️ www.npr.org/2026/06/26/n...
Ex-NOAA employees re-create a valuable climate data site shut down by Trump
Former NOAA staffers have launched a new website that provides climate information. It replaces a government site that was shut down when the Trump administration took office.
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SAVE THE DATE: Sept. 24 A timely dialogue in advance of the midterm elections. The forum will provide space for learning, reflection, and dialogue on how Buddhists can participate in social and political life.
On Fridays we will post photos taken by our membership paired with quotes inspired by the images. We hope you enjoy 🙏🏻 Photo courtesy of Leslie J. Yerman Photography
TODAY: We’re gathering in solidarity to discuss how you can take action to demand justice and accountability for Johan Sebastián Guerrero, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, and victims of the ICE death machine.
Justice4Lorenzo&Johan: Day of Action & Accountability Movement Call · Disappeared in America
On Tuesday, July 7, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Houston, Texas. He was a dad driving a work van with his crew when he was gunned down. Then on Monday, July 13, ICE un...
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Tomorrow, Wednesday the 15th, join us for meditation at noon and 10% More Engaged at 7pm EDT. www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/events/
Tomorrow evening our book club has its July meeting. We will be discussing two articles. New members welcome- now is a great time to join! Follow the link below for all the details. www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-en...
On Fridays we will post photos taken by our membership paired with quotes inspired by the images. We hope you enjoy 🙏🏻
Did you know… BCD put the FREE in freedom! We believe money shouldn’t be a barrier to participation. Joining our group is free, our events are free, and everyone who organizes and facilitates for the group is a volunteer. Our Buddhist principles and love for our democracy unite us. Join us! 🙏🏻🙏🏽🙏🏿
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"…effective dissent emerges from being clear about who we are and about our fundamental vision for the world. Beginning with small acts like showing up, telling the truth, searching for our options, and bearing witness to injustice can embolden us to do more." @juliaangwin.com & @fieldsmeyer.com.
Have you noticed that MAGA’s new buzzword is Communist? My guess is that they will try to equate Democrats with Communists as their next (desperate) attempt to sway the midterm elections. You know they are panicky when they start talking about “jailing Communists” in their ICE detention camps.