The Russell Moore Show Moore to the Point: PEPFAR and the Uneasy Conscience of American Christianity
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Jun 9, 2025 The podcast dives into the critical issue of PEPFAR and its impact on reducing AIDS-related deaths in Africa. It challenges American evangelical Christians to confront the moral implications of dismantling this program. Additionally, the discussion explores how faith intersects with humanitarian issues, urging the church to take a stronger stance on human dignity and rights. Personal anecdotes and compelling statistics highlight the urgent need for awareness and action within prayer settings.
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PEPFAR: A Rare American Success
- PEPFAR is a rare example of successful American foreign policy focused on saving lives through AIDS relief.
- Its dismantling risks undoing a just cause that was effectively carried out over years.
Tragic Impact of Aid Cuts
- The story of Evan Anzu, a five-year-old who died after PEPFAR aid was cut, illustrates the human cost.
- Millions of antiretroviral drugs remain unused due to frozen aid, while deaths surge in affected countries.
PEPFAR Cuts Hurt National Security
- Dismantling PEPFAR not only harms lives but also weakens American national security abroad.
- Rivals fill the void left by reduced U.S. foreign aid influence, making this counterproductive in multiple ways.