U.S. voters—especially evangelicals—appear to have vanquished their inner Puritan and are now far more accepting of sinning politicians.
Donald Trump
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How demographics explain both Donald Trump’s rise and why he’ll (probably) lose
While Democratic presidential nominees have become almost invincible among the highly educated urbanites, Republicans have increased their margins among white voters in more rural areas.
Posted inDispatches, Faith
New U.S. cardinal Tobin recalls clash with Trump running mate over Syrian refugees
Tobin warns against “atmosphere of fear” in Notre Dame speech, says people of faith must fight unjust policies.
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Political discourse on women and people of faith must change, says U.S.C.C.B. President Archbishop Kurtz
Politicians, their staffs and volunteers should reflect our best aspirations as citizens,” he said.
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Trump campaign pounces on Clinton advisor’s hacked email about Catholic conservatives
“She did a big number on Catholics, a horrible number on Catholics…through her people,” Mr. Trump said.
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With abortion sidelined this election, some Catholics are turning to other life issues
Some Catholics have turned their sights to other issues—euthanasia, death penalty—that are part of the church’s pro-life agenda.
Posted inEditorials, Politics & Society
Editors: ‘See the person,’ not the party, for a healthy country
The United States needs to restore a particular kind of politics as usual.
Posted inDispatches, Politics & Society
Catholic Republicans have mixed reactions to Trump’s crude talk
President’s power to pick next Supreme Court justices keep some Catholics on board the Trump campaign.
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Trump reaches out to Catholic voters; a new poll suggests they’re listening
Donald Trump is seeking to woo Catholics via a letter writing campaign.
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Kaine and Pence talk faith in final moments of vice presidential debate.
A question about the candidates’ faith provoked a conversation about how political figures should balance religious beliefs in the public square.