on television the other day i heard a politician talking about ranking important global issues on the basis of national threat. ie. darfur was not a threat to our nation, so it wasn't as important as the war on terror. many would disagree with me, but for us to claim a Christian state, that is some whacked out perspective. i'd suggest that civil unrest around the world is just as much a global threat, if we could tend to the heart of the world then i would rest that infrared hate would be minimal.
in an effort to help keep aware i'd suggest bringing awareness and help to "invisible children" or "night commuters." check out the site for 2007 viewing sites or choose to host one if there isn't one in your area.