Michael Budde, a professor of Catholic Studies and Political Science at DePaul University in Chicago, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about his book Foolishness to Gentiles: Essays on Empire, Nationalism, and Discipleship. He also discusses issues of violence, empire, and climate change.

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