📧 to Kalantzis

George, I’m writing to let you know that I intend to publish our recent correspondence regarding your comments on Grunt God (the interview in which you proposed public services of lament and repentance by civilians).

My plan is to post the emails in full as part of a public record of witness and to reference them in a short essay that situates the exchange within the broader problem of civilian theology and toxic pacifism. I will also link to the podcast episode for context.

If you would like to add a brief statement (≤150 words) to accompany the publication, I’m glad to include it verbatim. Please send it by Friday, October 31, 2025 (5:00 p.m. PT) so I can include it alongside the documents.

Thank you for your consideration.