This past Wednesday, October 17, Representative Thaddeus McCotter authored an opinion piece in the National Review Online under the title “False Prophets Arise.” In the article, Congressman McCotter characterizes Catholics United as a “devil” and as committing “sin” for criticizing his vote against health care for millions of children despite his “pro-life” beliefs. Thad McCotter is a member of the Republican leadership team in the House of Representatives, and is the fourth highest-ranked Republican in the House.
“This type of rhetoric is simply inappropriate, especially from someone serving in a senior leadership position. Criticizing the inconsistencies of McCotter’s pro-life beliefs belongs in our public debate, insinuating that an organization represents the devil does not,” said Chris Korzen, executive director of Catholics United.
