Why Catholics should study the Classics

"The classics" have been in the news recently—and not always in a
good way. From colleges shutting down classics departments as
students flock to more “practical” majors to criticisms that books
written by “dead white men” cannot be separated from the legacies
of slavery and colonialism, works that have stood the test of time
are being tested anew.  This week’s guest, Jeremy Tate, argues
that not only are the classics worth studying for their own sake
but that abandoning the Western canon will have disastrous effects
for our (already toxic) public discourse. And he has some advice
for continuing your classical education—even if you’re out of
school. In Signs of the Times, Zac and Ashley give their first
reactions to Pope Francis’ recent comments on the debate over the
Eucharist and pro-choice politicians.  What’s on tap? Kim’s
Grapefruit: 1.5 ounces Empress Gin, .5 ounces St. Germain
elderflower, juice of half a grapefruit, sugar-rimmed glass.
(Modification: Don’t like—or can’t find—grapefruit? Use an orange
instead!) Links: Pope Francis: ‘I have never denied Communion to
anyone.’ Jeremy Tate's article in America Magazine: In defense of a
classical education Ashley's reported story from Wyoming Catholic
College: A visit to the rural Catholic college that has 171
students, 12 horses and zero textbooks Learn more about The Classic
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