| A | B |
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| Human Dignity | all human life is sacred and must be respected and protected at all times |
| Community and the Common Good | we must be concerned about not only our own success and well-being but also the common good of all people, especially those in need |
| Rights and Responsibility | we all have the right to life and to life's basic needs |
| Option for the Poor and Vulnerable | the needs of the poor must have first priority in how we spend out time, money and other resources |
| Participation | All persons have a right to participate in the cultural, economic, and political life of society |
| Dignity of work and rights of workers | workers have a right to a fair wage and to decent working conditions. |
| Stewardship of Creation | We must protect the resources of our planet, preserving them for future generations |
| Solidarity | we must support and care for one another as brothers and sisters in one human family, dwelling around the globe. |
| Role of Government | Governments must protect human life and human rights, promote human dignity, and build the common good |
| Promotion of Peace | we must promote peace as the positive presence of respect, collaboration, and justice |
