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California's fifth consecutive Catholic governor exemplifies the faith's deep roots

California's fifth consecutive Catholic governor exemplifies the faith's deep roots

Summary

Xavier Becerra, a Democrat and former U.S. health and human services secretary, discussed how his Catholic upbringing shapes his politics while campaigning for California governor. His support for abortion rights illustrates how Catholic identity can coexist with progressive politics in California and reflects the political diversity of American Catholics.

Key Facts

  • Becerra discussed the influence of his Catholic upbringing during his campaign for California governor.
  • Becerra said the sanctity of life was deeply ingrained in him.
  • Becerra supports abortion rights.
  • Becerra is a Democrat and a former U.S. health and human services secretary.
  • California has had five consecutive Catholic governors, according to the article.
  • The article describes American Catholics as politically diverse.
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