Regina Derieva's life and poetry reflect her experiences as a Russian Jew, her conversion to Catholicism, and her struggles under Soviet rule. Her work expresses both darkness and hope, centered around her faith in God. 

The essay explores Plato's belief of human evil being caused by ignorance versus the Christian concept of original sin. It also delves into Rousseau's belief that education is vital for societal reform. However, it warns against using education as a tool to reshape humanity, as it can lead to totalitarianism and the suppression of diverse ideas. 

A proposed bill in Colorado aims to allow convicted felons seeking gender-affirming care to legally change their names. Critics argue that opponents of the bill are suppressing free speech by "misgendering" and prioritize subjective feelings over the legal system. Concerns are raised about the law being named after a drag queen, convicted felon, and sex worker, leading to debates around protecting criminals.

The Digest, 1/31/2024 @700PM, CDT

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