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| Differences in talents are part of God's designs, but this principle holds that discrimination which denies people fundamental rights is unacceptable. |
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| Family life and stability should be protected. Our communities and families should be places where individuals can be safe, can grow, and flourish. |
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| Creation is a gift from God therefore we are only caretakers of this gift. |
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| Principle of Subsidiarity |
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| A community of a higher order should not interfere with a community of a lower order, depriving the latter of its functions; but rather should support it in case of need. |
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| All of the other principles help to achieve this ideal. |
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| Principle of Participation |
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| People have a right and duty to participate in society, seeking the common good and well being of all. Right to own private property. |
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| Principle of Preferential Option for the Poor |
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| All life at all stages of development and decline is precious and therefore worthy of protection. |
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| Because we are one human family, we have a responsibility for each other. "Loving our neighbor" is global. |
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| Principle of Human Dignity |
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| Because every human being is made in God's image, every human being hes dignity. Worthy of respect. |
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