THE POPE WOULD NEVER ENDORSE A WAR AND THE WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENTS DINNER ATTACK
Book cover Condemning Violence, Choosing Humanity: A Call Beyond War The recent gun attack at a hotel in Washington, D.C., during the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner—where President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and other dignitaries were present—is deeply troubling. I strongly condemn this act of violence. At a time when global tensions remain high, such incidents remind us how fragile peace truly is. It is also a moment to express gratitude for the safety of lives preserved, even if only one. A Coincidence That Speaks Loudly It is both striking and sobering that this incident coincides with the release of my latest book: “THE POPE WOULD NEVER ENDORSE WAR — Even When God Commanded Some” This is more than coincidence—it is a call to reflection. No Justification for Violence Whether political, military, religious, or civil—violence remains violence. There are no acceptable forms of it. Behind every act of violence are br...