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In Defense of Catholic Fusionism
Author(s) -
Thomas F. X. Varacalli
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
the catholic social science review
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1944-6292
pISSN - 1091-0905
DOI - 10.5840/cssr20192426
Subject(s) - progressivism , liberalism , faith , classical liberalism , law , sociology , philosophy , political science , law and economics , epistemology , politics
Patrick Deneen’s criticisms of liberalism are both penetrating and persuasive. Yet, Deneen does not adequately address liberalism’s strongest arguments. Deneen’s concept of “liberalism” is problematic because it minimizes the significant distinctions between classical liberalism and progressivism. Certain principles of classical liberalism, such as the free market and an increased awareness of human beings as rights-bearing individuals, are compatible with the Catholic faith. Progressivism, on the other hand, is not. Progressivism’s moral failings are far worse than those associated with classical liberalism. Although classical liberalism is itself flawed, it remains viable to the extent that it may be integrated with core Christian teachings.

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