The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Politics vs. Principles

May 2, 2024

Fr. Mike discusses the importance of unity in the USA based on principles rather than politics, emphasizing human dignity and equality. He explores how Catholic social teaching focuses on human worth in policy-making, and advocates for evaluating policies based on shared principles for national unity. By emphasizing foundational principles over politics, he believes unity can be achieved in times of political division.

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Unity can be achieved by focusing on foundational principles over politics and policies.

Prioritizing the dignity of every individual is crucial for assessing policies and making moral decisions.

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Unity Amid Differences

Father Mike emphasizes the importance of unity in the country despite differing political views and policies. He highlights the significance of holding onto fundamental principles like the equality of all individuals, as enshrined in the Declaration of Independence. By uniting on core principles, even with disagreements on politics and policies, unity can be preserved.

Introduction

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Upholding Human Dignity and Principles in Policy-Making

2min

Unity Through Shared Principles in Politics

2min

Emphasizing Principles Over Politics and Policies for National Unity

2min

Is there any hope for unity in the United States of America? Fr. Mike gives a resounding "yes". But not over politics or policies—but the principles that our country was founded on.

What's the difference between politics/policies and principles? Fr. Mike has a take that might make you think.

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