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Kresta in the Afternoon – August 2, 2023 – Hour 1

What do Catholic Just War principles say about the dropping of the Atomic bombs? We talk with Dr. Steven Long from Ave Maria University. Also, Peter Range has an update on the pro-life fight in Ohio.

 

Early voting on Ohio referendum high as November abortion vote hinges on outcome

An Ohio referendum that would increase the threshold needed to adopt future constitutional amendments through ballot initiatives has surpassed a quarter of a million early votes with about two weeks left to go before Election Day. Peter Range has the latest on the abortion fight in Ohio and how you can get involved.

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Early voting on Ohio referendum high as November abortion vote hinges on outcome

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Peter Range is the CEO of Ohio Right to Life. Follow him on Twitter @PeterRange12 and visit ohiolife.org and protectwomenohio.com

The Atomic Bombs and Just War Theory

August 6th and 9th are the anniversaries of one of the most controversial decisions of the last century – dropping the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki – and the success of the film Oppenheimer has brought the debate back to the forefront. What do Catholic Just War principles have to say about the decision? Dr. Steven Long joins us.

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What Is Catholic Just War Doctrine and How Does It Apply Today?

Dr. Steven Long is Professor of Theology at Ave Maria University. He received his B.A. and M.A. in Philosophy from the University of Toledo, his Ph.D. in Philosophy from the Catholic University of America and is an Ordinarius at the Pontifical Academy of St. Thomas Aquinas (at the Vatican). He is a theologian and philosopher who has been teaching with distinction at Ave Maria University for over 18 years.
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