In the run-up to Obamacare (all of 2009) the USCCB staffers were putting out reams of ecclesiastical bafflegab which never (to my knowledge) even mentioned subsidiarity --- the "small and local" principle which is so essential to Christian responsiility and liberty.
The only good thing to come of this whole hellacious mess, I think, is that the most recent incoming prelates in the USCCB (Benedict appointees) finally see what's happened. They realize the warm snuggly robe of "universal healthcare" via the Federal govt has transformed before their eyes into a straitjacket of tyranny.
A painful experience. And it's going to get more painful. But it will teach them a lesson.
In the run-up to Obamacare (all of 2009) the USCCB staffers were putting out reams of ecclesiastical bafflegab which never (to my knowledge) even mentioned subsidiarity --- the "small and local" principle which is so essential to Christian responsiility and liberty.
One either has to assume incompetence, culpability, or agreement on the part of the bishops. IMO the kinder option is to assume that the bishops agree with the staffers, up to and including Dolan. I just don't see another explanation.
And that's the problem. So many were seeing a service (healthcare) as a universal right.
I think, is that the most recent incoming prelates in the USCCB (Benedict appointees) finally see what's happened
I do hope so but I have to say I'll believe it when I see it. I think the only way I'll be convinced is if they push for FREE MARKET answers now (in addition to the charitable alternatives which they have always been in favor of for the poor). That would be very refreshing.