When Faith Becomes a Mask & How Performative Virtue Undermines Integrity in the Steno Community

When faith becomes performance instead of practice, entire communities suffer. In court reporting, where truth is our calling, we cannot ignore the damage caused by virtue-based branding, intimidation, or spiritual manipulation. Real leadership demands humility, accountability, and integrity — not curated vulnerability or public theatrics. Our profession deserves truth-keepers, not performers hiding behind faith-washed imagery.

Protected: The Booth, the Database, and the Backdoor – How ILCRA’s Free Table at a For-Profit Event May Have Compromised Member Data

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“Be the Voice That Speaks for Me in Court”: The Sacred Power of Truth in a Profession Gone Quiet

When truth becomes dangerous, speaking out isn’t just brave—it’s sacred. A fellow reporter shared a prayer: “O Holy Spirit, be the Voice that speaks for me in court.” In a profession silenced by fear and gatekeeping, that voice matters more than ever. We don’t need permission to speak truth—we need conviction. Let integrity rise louder than intimidation.