Pontiff-icating on the Free Market: Is Pope Francis for Capitalism?

June 25, 2014 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Sullivan's Steak House

415 North Dearborn, Chicago,

With the publication of his apostolic exhortation Evangelii Gaudium (The Joy of the Gospel) in November 2013, Pope Francis ignited a firestorm of debate about his views on capitalism and free markets.  Some have interpreted this as evidence that the Pope is some kind of crypto-socialist, advocating for political systems that encourage the large-scale redistribution of wealth in society.  Others claim that the Pope’s message is being misunderstood and seized upon by those with a political agenda of their own.

So, what’s the truth?  Is Pope Francis an opponent of the free market?

Join America’s Future Chicago on Wednesday, June 25th at Sullivan’s Steakhouse for a lively discussion on Pope Francis and his economic view of the world.  Our featured panelists will be John Giokaris (AFF-Chicago, Chicago Young Republicans), David Masciotra (Indianapolis Star), Kara Mone (AFF-Chicago, Catholic Vote) and Emily Zanotti (NakedDC).

Admission is $10/person, and free to members of AF-Chicago.  We’ll have an cash bar (one free drink ticket with admission), complimentary hors d’oeuvres, and a great conversation.  Happy hour starts at 6pm, and the discussion begins at 7pm.

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