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How Opus Dei Infiltrated DC and the World

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The Rise and Impact of Opus Dei

This chapter examines the controversial influence of Opus Dei, detailing its ties to authoritarian figures and its emergence in the U.S. during the conservative 1980s. It highlights the organization's evolution under Pope John Paul II, emphasizing its status as a personal prelature and its strategic positioning within the Catholic Church. The discussion also focuses on key figures like Father John McCloskey and Opus Dei's efforts to engage with political elites, ultimately reshaping societal and religious norms.

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