Con Artistry and Sophistry: The operators of religion and politics, by Arch Baba Isimi FNIA  In Defense of Reason  As I sat through the transition to the New Year in my Leader place, I found myself reflecting on my boss's humility, honesty and simplicity, particularly in contrast to the individuals and institutions that could have transformed our nation's political and religious landscape. This moment of contemplation led me to ponder why we find ourselves in our current predicament. It became clear to me that two powerful institutions—politics and religion—could have made...