Traditional church teachings and democracy

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Prior to Vatican II when they were somewhat obscured, what were the traditional teachings of the Catholic Church regarding such things as freedom of conscience, democracy, egalitarianism, libertarian principles, etc.?
 
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Prior to Vatican II when they were somewhat obscured, what were the traditional teachings of the Catholic Church regarding such things as freedom of conscience, democracy, egalitarianism, libertarian principles, etc.?
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I don’t believe those things changed as a result of V-II. Rather, certain segments of Catholic culture changed. I mean, there are people today who think the 10 commandments were suggestions. Think about it!
 
Anima Christi:
Prior to Vatican II when they were somewhat obscured, what were the traditional teachings of the Catholic Church regarding such things as freedom of conscience, democracy, egalitarianism, libertarian principles, etc.?
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As libertarianism is based on reason alone, is hostile to tradition as well as to conservative principles and relies on mere contractual obligations to structure society I believe the church would not favor it.

But I can’t speak authoritatively on this. I have no doubt Catholic scholars have.
 
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