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Christian Politics with Oliver O’Donovan

Mere Fidelity

CHAPTER

Balancing Reason and Emotion in Political Discourse

The chapter emphasizes the significance of not neglecting historical foundations in contemporary decision-making and warns against starting anew without considering past lessons. It discusses the challenge of balancing rational thinking with emotional engagement in politics, highlighting the impact of optics, media, and immediate emotions on public discourse. There is a call for a harmonious blend of reason and emotion in political decision-making to foster effective democracy and meaningful engagement.

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