Robert George, Princeton professor of jurisprudence,
specialist on constitutional law
and political philosophy
“The idea that we would retreat into churches or into insular communities and abandon our responsibilities as citizens is a daft and dangerous idea. There’s no way that Christian families can insulate themselves from the culture. … There’s no retreating to a corner. … Culture shapes conduct. Law shapes culture.
“Of course the central human right of our domestic politics is the question of abortion and embryo destructive research and the right to life of the unborn child. There’s no turning away from that. … The second issue is the issue of marriage and family. This must remain central and we must redouble our efforts across the country at both a state and a national level to protect the institution of marriage.
“The best thing we can do to fight poverty in this country—not the only thing, but the best thing we can do—is rebuild the institution of marriage and the family.
“We need to encourage people to be citizen-statesmen, that is citizens—not professional politicians—who are prepared, often at great cost to themselves, to stand for public office. … More people, who share our convictions, need to be willing to take up the burden of running for office. We need more activism. We need more love-inspired action in supporting the candidates who will stand for the sanctity of human life and the institution of marriage.
“We need to be more generous about contributing money to the pro-life and pro-marriage cause. … The side that’s prepared to give more is the side that wins.”
Quoted from WorldMag.com, November 15,2008 Edition
I knew a wise man once from another country. Someone was questioned him about our voting process. He said, “if you vote, vote against abortion.” That was pretty clear.
Thanks for your posts. All the best.
Very Good article. I would add that Culture shapes conduct. Law shapes culture, people shape both law and culture. God the Father Shapes people and creates a culture of righteousness and life.
Mr. Thomas, enjoyed browsing your site. Your Professor has the right idea to be sure. Good luck with your blog and I look forward to my next visit.
One of the things that I’m proud to teach my son (now
is that whenever we see a red kettle we put money in it – always!
I believe that he will keep this tradition when he gets older because we often talk about why we give.
Good post!