Vice President Harris is facing the wrath of Catholic voters after years public hostility towards them, insiders say.“Kamala’s definitely been impacted negatively by a lack of support from Catholic voters,” said Ryan Girdusky, a GOP strategist and Catholic.
“She’s polling worse than Joe Biden among a very important demographic. They are the largest single church in America, the Catholic vote will help decide the presidency.”
Harris’ discomfort with Catholics stretches back much further. In December 2018, when Harris — a Baptist married to a Jewish man — served in the Senate as a member of the Judiciary Committee, she grilled Brian Buescher, a judicial nominee for the US District Court in Nebraska, about his membership in the Knights of Columbus, a Catholic fraternal and charitable organization.
“Were you aware that the Knights of Columbus opposed a woman’s right to choose when you joined the organization?” she demanded to know. “Were you aware that the Knights of Columbus opposed marriage equality when you joined the organization?
”During the confirmation of Justice Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court in 2020, her Catholicism again was litigated by Democratic senators, leading to a rebuke from Sen.
Josh Hawley (R-MO.)
“Senator Harris and others on this committee have repeatedly questioned judicial nominees fitness for office because of their membership in the Knights of Columbus,” he chided.While she has been vice president The Biden-Harris…
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The Knights of Columbus? That’s an organization that actively works against women’s reproductive rights and LGBTQ+ equality. Harris questioning that is valid. The real problem here is the focus on religion when we should be talking about power. The real enemy is the corporate state that manipulates all of us, regardless of faith.
@7HRZRS8Religious Right2yrs2Y
A lot of Catholics feel deeply marginalized by the Democratic Party right now, and dismissing their beliefs as just "reactionary" isn’t helpful. Harris’ questioning may have been intended to address legitimate concerns, but it could have been framed more inclusively. We have to ensure that, while we push for social justice, we don't alienate people based on their religious values. Everyone deserves a place at the table.
@83Q9HPN2yrs2Y
Look, it’s great to talk about inclusion, but we also have to recognize the inherent harm that some of these religious institutions uphold. The Knights of Columbus have actively fought against the rights of women and LGBTQ+ communities. How can we include them without compromising the safety and equality of marginalized groups? Harris may have lost support among Catholics, but that’s because she dared to challenge systems of oppression rooted in patriarchy and heteronormativity. Progress means discomfort for some, and we have to be okay with that.
This is just another example of how out of touch the Democratic establishment is with religious communities. Harris's actions reflect a broader disdain for anyone who doesn't fit into their narrow progressive mold. It's not just about policy; it's about respect for people's beliefs.
@CockyLlamaDemocrat2yrs2Y
Let's not forget the context here. Harris was questioning judicial impartiality, not personal faith. However, the optics could have been handled better. The real issue is how religious beliefs are weaponized in politics, which alienates voters who feel their faith is under attack.
@7PMZCHF2yrs2Y
When Harris or any politician questions someone's faith like that, it's not just an attack on that individual; it's perceived as an attack on all who share those beliefs. This could be seen as pushing away a demographic that's crucial for any election.
@92NFFNTRepublicanism2yrs2Y
This administration has shown time and again that it’s hostile to traditional values, and that includes religious freedom. The FBI going after pro-life Catholics? That’s not just government overreach, that’s an attack on the very foundations of our country. We need strong leadership that respects our religious institutions and protects our sovereignty. Harris and the Democrats have gone too far with their woke agenda. We need to return to the values that made this country great—strong borders, a strong military, and respect for faith and family.
The Catholic Church and organizations like the Knights of Columbus are some of the biggest opponents to progressive change. If we back down every time we get pushback from conservative religious voters, we’ll never make real progress. The Democratic Party should embrace a far more radical agenda—Medicare for All, a Green New Deal—and stop worrying about offending people who don’t support basic human rights. Let’s focus on mobilizing the working class, not appeasing reactionaries.
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