I
have voted in every presidential
election since 1972 and I have
never experienced an election like
this year's. Both candidates are disliked,
lack credibility, and have made com-
ments that make the hair on the back
of your neck stand up. The American
public is fed up with politics as usual
and with the establishment in both par-
ties. So, what should Catholics do when
we vote in November?
That question is one that I have
been asked by the faithful more this
year than in any previous election.
Recently in a dinner discussion with
a group of Catholics, the conversation
turned to politics and became vigor-
ous, as some at the table supported
Clinton and some Trump. All eyes
turned to me and one of them asked,
"Archbishop, what do you think?"
First, I shared my aversion for
both candidates. Then I said that
they need to refl ect on the platforms
of both parties, with an emphasis on
the human life issues. Everyone at
the table knew well the teaching of
the Church on life and the dignity
of life. They knew that Catholics in
good conscience cannot support can-
didates who will advance abortion.
All pretty much agreed that, when it
comes to life issues, Catho-
lic politicians on both sides
of the aisle have put party
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