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24 What truths should guide the laity's political involvement? PCP-II underlined the following principles to guide political participation of Catholics: a. That the basic standard for participation be the pursuit of the common good; b. That participation be characterized by a defence and promotion of justice; c.That participation be inspired and guided by the spirit of service; d. That it be imbued with a love of preference for the poor; and e. That empowering people be carried out both as a process and as a goal of political activity. (PCP-II, 351). But more than just political involvement is the primary importance of the lay faithful being witnesses to the Gospel. John Paul II said: "The lay faithful must bear witness to those human and Gospel values that are intimately connected with political activity itself, such as liberty and justice, solidarity, faithful and unselfish dedication for the good of all, a simple lifestyle, and a preferential love for the poor and the least" (CL, 42).
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