Subsidiarity is the socialism killer and the "one world government" killer but will anybody notice? This passage points to the correct interpretation of the Pope's words and points to his real meaning in the encyclical.
From the Catechism of the Catholic Church:
#1885: The principle of subsidiarity is opposed to all forms of collectivism. It sets limits for state intervention. It aims at harmonizing the relationships between individuals and societies. It tends toward the establishment of true international order.
#1894 In accordance with the principle of subsidiarity, neither the state nor any larger society should substitute itself for the initiative and responsibility of individuals .
# 1883 Socialization also presents dangers. Excessive intervention by the state can threaten personal freedom and initiative. The teaching of the Church has elaborated the principle of subsidiarity, according to which "a community of a higher order should not interfere in the internal life of a community of a lower order, depriving the latter of its functions, but rather should support it in case of need and help to co- ordinate its activity with the activities of the rest of society, always with a view to the common good."
Beautifully clear, isn't it?
Carry on with the party.
Great post!
Then the Pope is an idiot to call for both an organization that can govern - impose its will - on nations, and subsidiarity at the same time.
They are antithetical.