Author: Robert Christian

Robert G. Christian III is a PhD candidate in politics at the Catholic University of America and a graduate fellow at the Institute for Policy Research & Catholic Studies. He also serves as a fellow at Democrats for Life of America. Robert received his undergraduate degree from University of the Pacific in American politics and a master’s degree in international security from University of Leicester (UK). He has taught religion, social studies, and politics courses at various Catholic schools. Robert also worked as a columnist for the former online journal Asia Chronicle. He currently coaches girls’ volleyball and basketball.

The Importance of Caring About Iraqi Christians, But Rejecting Sectarianism

The international community and the United States have responded to the crisis in Iraq, and perhaps thousands of people are escaping imminent death thanks to US airstrikes, but only time will tell if this measured response is sufficient. Thousands are still extremely vulnerable, particularly those Yazidis remaining on Mount Sinjar: There is no other way… Read More The Importance of Caring About Iraqi Christians, But Rejecting Sectarianism

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Pope Francis: Don’t Legalize Marijuana and Other Drugs

Our country needs more effective, humane, and justly enforced anti-drug policies. But legalizing the drugs that ruin people’s lives is not the answer. Pope Francis delivered precisely this message last Friday: Let me state this in the clearest terms possible: the problem of drug use is not solved with drugs! Drug addiction is an evil,… Read More Pope Francis: Don’t Legalize Marijuana and Other Drugs

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The Catholic Case against Libertarianism (Part II): Cardinal Rodriguez and Bishop Cupich

The centerpiece of the recent Erroneous Autonomy: The Catholic Case Against Libertarianism conference was Cardinal Oscar Rodríguez Maradiaga’s keynote address, which was followed by an excellent, thoughtful response by Bishop Blase Cupich. The Cardinal was introduced by AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka, who described Pope Francis’ commitment to workers and their families while movingly recounting how… Read More The Catholic Case against Libertarianism (Part II): Cardinal Rodriguez and Bishop Cupich

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