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Catholic Paper Slams JD Vance for Putting MAGA Over Jesus

A Catholic paper condemns JD Vance for prioritizing MAGA rhetoric over Jesus’ teachings after the Minneapolis shooting, framing his stance as a misalignment with Catholic ethics.
The op-ed accuses Vance of choosing a political narrative over the Gospel call to healing and human dignity.
The piece labels Vance’s response as a 'cafeteria Catholicism' that must be repudiated by people of faith.
The op-ed connects Vance’s comments to broader debates about immigration and policing in national politics.
The Daily Beast notes that Pope Francis previously engaged a cardinal to discuss migrants and humanitarian issues, reflecting ongoing Vatican concerns.
The article cites a prior NC Reporter call calling Vance a 'moral stain' in relation to another fatal shooting case.
The op-ed demands readers choose which master they serve: Donald Trump or Jesus, highlighting a moral binary in public faith discussions.
The piece aligns Vance’s stance with broader criticisms from Catholic leaders about the handling of migrants and prisoners.
The op-ed emphasizes that unity and empathy should prevail in response to violence, contrasting with Vance’s approach.
The op-ed urges Catholics to examine leadership choices in public life through a Gospel-centered lens.

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