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Politics vs. Principles

by Fr. Mike Schmitz

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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