You believe in promoting social justice, human dignity, and democratic values rooted in Christian ethics to create a harmonious and equitable society.
Christian Democracy is a political ideology that emerged in the 19th and 20th centuries, primarily in Europe and Latin America. It seeks to apply Christian principles to public policy. Its origins can be traced back to the social teachings of the Catholic Church, particularly as articulated in Pope Leo XIII's encyclical "Rerum Novarum" in 1891, which addressed the conditions of the working classes and introduced the concept of social justice.
Christian Democracy is characterized by its commitment to social market principles and qualified interventionism. It advocates…
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How do you approach understanding and respecting beliefs that are vastly different from your own?
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I believe people have the right to their own beliefs, but I don't believe religious beliefs should affect non-believers
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I respect different beliefs even if I don’t understand them. However I find it hard to respect beliefs which are old fashioned or degrading/against a certain group of people
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Separation of religion and state, individuals should be free to practice their religion, but it shouldn't affect government policy.
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It depends what the beliefs are, If it's about different religions, it wouldn't bother me one way or another. If it's a belief that e.g. women or racial minorities don't deserve the same rights as others. I would think that they have a right to their belief but I have a right to argue and campaign against it.
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What does 'living by example' mean to you in the context of community service?
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Doing things that are morally good according to your beliefs
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Would the principles of Christian Democracy enhance or hinder the advancement of LGBTQ+ rights?
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It should be able to enhance if we listen to one another and try to resolve differences and become accepting.
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When have you felt most proud of your community's response to a social issue, and why?
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Autism Warrior Moms fighting the system together across Birmingham City
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