We live in heavy times, marked by violence, mental health struggles, and a deep sense of discomfort with politics and race. While much wonder exists in our world, it often seems that negativity and injustice overshadow the beauty in our lives and the greatness of our humanity. I sometimes worry that I add to this shadow by repeatedly addressing these topics with the campus community. But ignoring injustice does no good, and calling attention to it exemplifies Nazareth’s unique relevance to society’s challenges. Since our founding, the changemaking action of Naz students, faculty, staff, and alumni have been an antidote for society’s illnesses. But deciding what, when, and how to discuss these issues isn’t easy. Nazareth can’t comment on every tragedy — there are simply too many. Waiting for a given situation to settle before commenting helps, but not always. While lines between right and wrong may seem clear, details are usually murky. Who or what to blame can shift, and potenti