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Catholic Public Policy
Commission of Tennessee
Welcome to the website for the Tennessee Catholic Public Policy Commission of Tennessee!
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Recording of Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship Presentation
At your request, we've created a recorded presentation from the USCCB Department of Justice, Peace and Human Development on Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship (FCFC). Catholic leaders can play the 30-minute presentation at any event or gathering where there is an internet connection. It covers the basics about FCFC and makes practical suggestions about how Catholics can live out the call to faithful citizenship year-round. Access the recording here.
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Where 1 Vote Has Made the Difference
- In 1776, English was chosen over German as the language for America by ONE vote.
- In 1800, after an Electoral College tie, the House of Representatives voted Thomas Jefferson the 3rd President of the United States by ONE vote.
- In 1868, President Andrew Johnson was saved from impeachment by ONE vote.
- In 1876, Rutherford B. Hayes became President of the United States over Samuel Tilden by ONE vote.
- In 1923, Hitler won the leadership of the German Nazi Party byONE vote.
- In 1948, Lyndon B. Johnson, the 36th President, became a U.S. Senator by ONE vote.
- California, Idaho, Oregon, Texas and Washington all became states by ONE vote. ... even in Tennessee
- In 1920, legislator Harry Burn broke a tie in the Tennessee House of Representatives, finally granting America's women the right to vote by ONE vote.
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The Tennessee Catholic Public Policy Commission was founded in 1983
as the public policy voice of the Catholic Church in Tennessee. The
CPPC serves in this capacity so that the Catholic Church's position
on public policy matters may be presented with one voice to the executive,
legislative and judicial branches of state government.
By giving witness to Gospel values in public affairs, the Tennessee Catholic Public Policy Commission public policy staff assists
the bishops of the three Roman Catholic Dioceses in the State of Tennessee: Diocese of Memphis, Diocese of Nashville and the Diocese of Knoxville. Be sure to click on the link to join our mailing list and stay involved with the hot topics including News, State and Federal Legislation and Events.
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