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Welcome to The Crux: Following Jesus at the Intersection of Politics, Education and Faith. This weekly newsletter exists to inform and empower followers of Jesus at the intersection of politics, education and faith.
I write The Crux on Substack and wrote Beauty and Resistance (IVP 2025) and Twelve Lies that Hold America Captive (IVP 2019). I also deeply appreciate biscuits, poetry, music and all things love and justice.
LA native Will Wright, influenced by early challenges and military service in Iraq, explored politics globally. A Democrat, his podcast covers politics, faith, and societal impact, advocating for LGBTQ+ rights, gun safety, and bipartisanship.
I am a Christian spiritual director, educator, writer, and consultant who focuses on making Christian spirituality accessible for individuals and communities. My heartbeat is to help others live deeply in the Kingdom.
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