Sara Johnson, statewide grassroots director for Vote No on 4 Florida, and Michele Taylor, FCCB's associate director for communications, discuss the extreme and deceptive Amendment 4, which would allow late-term abortions and eliminate protections for women and minors seeking abortions. Learn why Floridians should vote no on Amendment 4.
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Meet Bishop Erik Pohlmeier of the Diocese of St. Augustine
Bishop Erik T. Pohlmeier is Florida’s newest bishop, having just celebrated his first year as shepherd of the Diocese of St. Augustine. In this episode, get to know more about Bishop Pohlmeier, from his upbringing in rural Arkansas, to discerning his vocation, to his adventures in the past two decades of his priestly ministry. Michael Sheedy, FCCB executive director, also speaks with the bishop about the episcopal role and his vision for the future.Â
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A Catholic Response to Immigration and Recent Florida Legislation
Michael Sheedy, FCCB's executive director, and Christie Arnold, associate for social concerns and respect life, discuss a response to immigration that is based in scripture, Catholic teaching, and respect for human dignity. Immigration policy has been a controversial topic, especially here in Florida where SB 1718 was recently signed into law. Michael and Christie unpack the potential consequences and legal challenges surrounding this new legislation.Â
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Legislative Counter to the Harms of Gender Ideology
The Florida legislature passed several bills aimed at countering the harms of gender ideology during the 2023 session. Michael Sheedy, FCCB executive director, and Michael Barrett, associate for education, explain these bills and the important role of public policy in protecting our schools and communities from the consequences of gender ideologies.Â
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Recap of the 2023 Florida Legislative Session
FCCB’s policy team debriefs on Florida’s 2023 legislative session. Listen to executive director Michael Sheedy, and policy associates Mike Barrett and Christie Arnold, recap some of the notable bills passed by lawmakers. Significant achievements include advancing protections for the unborn, historic school choice expansion and several bills aimed at shielding youth from the harms of gender ideology. Legislators also approved bills that were opposed by the FCCB, including bills expanding application of the death penalty and an anti-immigration measure.Â
The podcast of the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops, Catholics Across the Aisle: Commentary on Public Policy and Civic Life, brings a non-partisan, moral voice to public dialogue on key policy issues of the day and assists listeners to become educated and active participants in civic life. FCCB staff and guests take a deep dive into social concerns, respect for life and dignity, health policy, and education. In-depth conversations are held with civic leaders, insiders, and experts in various fields who share their experience and knowledge in ways that will shed light and promote deeper commitment to the common good for all listeners. In addition, individuals whose lives have been impacted by some of our most debated state or federal policies share their stories. Listeners are also presented with opportunities to participate in political life.
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