I have gotten to the point where I cringe when I hear that a “catholic” politician will be on Meet the Press. When watching, I truly hope that the conversation does not turn to religion. It is bad enough when non-Catholics misrepresent the religion, but when you have a high profile name, such as Joe Biden, getting his religion absolutely wrong, well, this is very frustrating (to say the least). If you do not truly agree with the Catholic teachings and you have access to a very public forum, please do not act as if you represent the Church in any way. Due to the complexity of the religion and the outright lies that are told, there is enough misunderstanding. You do not have to add to it.
So a great big sarcastic “Thank you” goes out to Joe Biden for his twisted take on what it is to be a Catholic politician, when appearing on Meet the Press earlier today. I don’t care if you call yourself a Democrat or a Republican, just don’t profess to be a Catholic. Your stance is embarrassing to the Catholic culture.
Just one last thought I would like to send out to Biden: If you do not think that your religious beliefs are the truth, then why consider yourself a Catholic. Latch on to another religion. If you think of yourself as Catholic, but still insist on being pro -choice, then you know that you support giving women the ability to kill innocent life. That is it. No amount of political rhetoric will get you out of that one. And please stop referencing St. Augustine or any other Saint for that matter. You are not a theologian. Just start listening to your Bishop and the Pope.