1. How the Orlando Attack Could Mark a Shift for Gay Muslims
“ … many gay Muslims in the United States have long felt doubly ostracized – both by the wider national culture and by their co-religionists. But in the days since the massacre of 49 people at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Fla., there have been some signs of acceptance by Islamic organizations and religious institutions more often known for shying away from LGBT issues than for speaking forcefully in defense of gay people.”
2. What Happens After a Mass Shooting? Americans Buy More Guns
“Handgun sales are a good indication of how people feel about their personal safety, whereas long gun sales are more of an indication of fear of regulation."
3. Senate Nears Vote on Guns After Sen. Chris Murphy 15-Hour Filibuster
Murphy’s efforts garnered national attention, and as a consequence, the Senate is now expected to vote on a raft of gun legislation next week. Also see: 5 Powerful Moments from Chris Murphy’s Senate Filibuster
4. The Unbelievable Tale of Jesus’ Wife
Warning: #longread. You’ve seen it about 25 times in your newsfeed, but it’s Friday and it’s time to read this fabulous piece. Then read the update.
5. Tech’s Best Investment
(Spoiler alert: It’s black women entrepreneurs.)
6. What Happened When an Orthodox Jewish Congregation Went to a Gay Bar to Mourn Orlando
A beautiful story about the power of connection.
7. How Insane Work Hours Became a Mark of American Privilege
“In America over the last few decades, the association between leisure and privilege has been flipped on its head. What happened?”
8. Watchdog Group Says Alleged Killer of British MP Jo Cox Was Neo-Nazi National Alliance Supporter
The Southern Poverty Law Center reports that the alleged killer of Labour Party member Jo Cox in an attack on Tuesday was a supporter of “the once premier neo-Nazi organization in the United States.”
9. Britain Might Leave the European Union. Here’s What That Could Mean for the Climate
“Most of the discussion about the referendum has centered on the economy, jobs, and immigration. But what about the impact on the climate and the broader environment? Opinion is divided. Here are arguments from the two camps.”
10. Pope Francis Says Most Catholics Getting Married Don’t Know What They’re Getting Into, Really
He went so far as to say that a “majority of or sacramental marriages are null.”
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