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In a world of pundits dominated by sound bites, high volume shouting and expletives, Mark Steyn stands out for his surgical skill in taking apart liberals. His commentaries come from a hard right conservative perspective skewering the political left in newspapers and magazines throughout the English-speaking world.

But while some embrace him for his humor and intellect, others say his toxic commentary inflames, instead of informs.

Guests:

Mark Steyn, conservative syndicated columnist for a wide range of publications including the Chicago Sun-Times, National Review, The Washington Times, The Daily Telegraph, The Spectator, and the Jerusalem Post.

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Not since the JFK was forced to address questions about being a Catholic candidate in 1960 has religion been such a persistent campaign issue. A majority of American voters want a president who is deeply grounded in faith. President George Bush has invoked God in his calls for war and to back up socially conservative policies. Senator John Kerry continues to run afoul of the Catholic hierarchy on abortion. A country founded on religious pluralism by religious dissidents, now finds itself unsure, where the church ends and the state begins.

Guests:

Elizabeth Maxwell, Associate Rector of the Holy Apostles Church and Program Director of the Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen in New York City

James Hilton, Pastor of the First Baptist Church in Orange City, FL.