Topic: Political Leader

NPR reports on the "uptick in rhetoric" from apostolic leaders who frame political issues like abortion as "ritual child sacrifice" and "spiritual warfare." Critics argue this language primes followers for real-world violence by dehumanizing political opponents as "demons." The investigation into the Minnesota shooting continues to explore the intersection of this theology and domestic extremism.

The Dalai Lama announced his intention to step down as the political leader of the Tibetan exile government while remaining the spiritual leader. The hosts clarify that he is devolving his administrative powers to the Prime Minister rather than resigning his spiritual title.