Very interesting editorial in the current issue of "America" magazine on the rise of sectarian Catholics and their effect on the relationship between Catholic universities and politicians and public discourse. Congratulations to "America" on it's 100th Anniversary!
Fr. Drew Christiansen, S.J., was one of my esteemed professors of Ethics at the University of Notre Dame in the 1980's. Drew now serves as the Editor in Chief of "America" magazine.
I find that the writings in America continue to be some of the best and most thought-provoking of any Catholic publication in the United States. I sometimes disagree with their positions, but I can never say their articles aren't consistently well-researched and balanced, and charitable.
I think the virtue of Charity in public discourse, especially in the areas of church and politics, is in sad decline. I agree that the Bishops of the U.S. need to champion the virtue of Charity in these matters. When we get away from charitable discourse, we hurt our credibility.
Check out this excellent editorial: http://www.americamagazine.org/content/article.cfm?article_id=11636
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