Steven J. Brady

Dr. Steven J. Brady, a history professor at George Washington University and author, dives deep into how the Vietnam War shaped American Catholics and vice versa. He reveals the complex moral debates within the Catholic community, contrasting views on war's moral implications. Brady highlights early dissenters like Dorothy Day, the proactive involvement in civil disobedience, and the connection between anti-war sentiments and the abortion debate. He also touches on the lasting impacts on Catholic peace activism, hinting at his next project on Adlai Stevenson.