What Typical Presidential Transitions Look Like, The Pope On Civil Unions

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The 2020 presidential election has been called but states’ votes not yet certified. President Trump is preventing a typical administration transition from taking place — we talk about what that would normally look like, and the impacts of what’s happening now. And a public theology professor helps us sort out the significance of a statement by Pope Francis supporting civil unions.

Featured in this Show

  • Previous Presidential Transitions And The Conflicts Of The Current One

    After last week’s election, President-elect Joe Biden’s team has not been granted access to officially begin the transition process. A political scientist shares the potential effects of the Trump administrations’ road blocks. We also discuss what usually happens during presidential transitions and what we can learn from previous transitions.

  • What The Pope Is Saying About The Church And Civil Unions

    In a recently released documentary, Pope Francis voices support for same-sex civil unions. We talk with a theology professor about how the Pope’s statements fit in with the Church’s public image.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Jana Rose Schleis Producer
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Shannon Bow O'Brien Guest
  • Steven Millies Guest

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