The politics and understanding of unity Why does society cling to the myth of unity?

By: Taylor Zachary ~Columnist~ “All for One and One for All.” The slogan is the hallmark of Xavier University’s identity. It decorates the homepage of our website. It is the celebratory battle cry at the climax of graduation. The words even drape from the roof of Fenwick Hall – our most central value hung from our most central building. These words most certainly have power. I do not wish to deny that. However, words can also be misleading. When I read the slogan, I cannot divorce it from the idea of “unity” or being “united.” On the spectrum of words … Continue reading The politics and understanding of unity Why does society cling to the myth of unity?