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Trump's Lebanon-Israel Announcement Sparks Catholic Voter Shift

4/16/2026

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On April 16, 2026, Mark Hertling and Andrew Egger will host a discussion about U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement regarding Lebanon and Israel.
The discussion emphasizes accountability and reform, reflecting on David Frum’s warning that conservatives could reject democracy if they cannot win democratically.
Focus group discussions with Catholic voters show American Catholics increasingly align with Christian nationalism and may prioritize Trump over the Catholic Church.

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On April 16, 2026, Mark Hertling and Andrew Egger will host a discussion about U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement regarding Lebanon and Israel.
The discussion emphasizes accountability and reform, reflecting on David Frum’s warning that conservatives could reject democracy if they cannot win democratically.
Focus group discussions with Catholic voters show American Catholics increasingly align with Christian nationalism and may prioritize Trump over the Catholic Church.