Sister Simone Campbell, of the Sisters of Social Services, was interviewed on "The Colbert Report" last night. She discussed social justice, solidarity with the poor, and what it means to be radical. Check out the interview, below.
Sr. Simone Campbell on 'Colbert'
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This is all public relations and changes nothing. It makes those who share the same opinions, and who have better access to a sympathetic media, feel better about themselves.
Kind of like Cardinal Dolan going on ETWN or Bill O'Reilly, right? Of course it's a friendly audience.
Sr. Campbell seems like she could handle herself in front of some bishops, O'Reilly, or a Knights of Columbus audience. Ir
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Anyone who watches O'Donnell knows that tact and diplomacy are NOT his strong suits.