Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde addressed the nation during a National Prayer Service, urging compassion and mercy for scared individuals. She emphasized the need for powerful leaders to align their actions with their beliefs, particularly in light of President Trump's troubling rhetoric. Budde has consistently criticized him, warning about the dangers of dehumanizing language that supports white supremacy. In response to Trump's controversial church visit amid racial unrest, she asserted that her diocese stands for justice, embodying a commitment to non-violence and love, which are core to her faith and leadership.
Bishop Budde emphasized the importance of loving one's neighbor, urging powerful leaders to align their beliefs with their actions in these turbulent times.
In her critique of President Trump's administration, Budde highlighted the dangers of racialized rhetoric, warning that it emboldens white supremacists and undermines societal unity.
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