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Pia de Solenni
Dr. Pia de Solenni is a moral theologian and cultural analyst. She is an expert in issues relating to women’s health, life issues, the new feminism, Catholicism, and culture. Her work has appeared in various publications including The Wall Street Journal Europe, The Washington Post, National Catholic Reporter, and National Review Online.
An international expert, she has given popular and academic talks to a variety of audiences, including lay, clergy and the hierarchy.
Dr. de Solenni has appeared on MSNBC, “Hardball with Chris Matthews”, “The O’Reilly Factor”, CNN, ABCNews, among others. Dr. de Solenni has been quoted in newspapers nationwide, including The New York Times, The Washington Times, and The Associated Press.
Dr. de Solenni received her doctorate in sacred theology summa cum laude from the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross, Rome. Her dissertation was published in the university series Dissertationes. On Nov 8, 2001, she received the 2001 Award of the Pontifical Academies for her doctoral work. The award was presented by John Paul II.
Dr. de Solenni resides in Seattle, Washington.
Recent Posts
What does Sandy Hook have to do with abortion?
On Friday, we were all shocked and stunned to hear of the massacre in Newtown, Connecticut. It was an unspeakable crime. Every time I see a headline of human tragedy, particularly involving large n... More
It’s NOT the economy, [stupid].
For several years, the conventional wisdom has been that conservatives who are Republicans should keep quiet about social issues since their positions are not mainstream enough. Instead, they have bee... More
Catholics in Washington State Defend Traditional Marriage in The Seattle Times
If you live or have lived in Washington state, particularly the western side of the state, you know what's it's like. You're warned that we are the least churched state in the nation (a positioning we... More
“We have no king but Caesar.”
Bishop Jenky of Peoria has an excellent letter that will be read at all the Masses this weekend in his diocese. It's too good to just cite one part so here it is in toto: Dear Catholic Believers, ... More
Second Presidential Debate Indicates Two Clashing Views Of Women
Just before yesterday’s debate, a USA Today/Gallup poll showed Gov. Mitt Romney taking the lead over President Barack Obama. The lead was largely attributed to more women giving their support to th... More
What Women Want: Romney Leads Obama
An outside observer, say an anthropologist hundreds of years from now, might survey the evidence of our conversations and conclude that women were only concerned about their genital regions. Look no f... More
Yes, We Can
Over the past few months, I've participated in several events on the topics of religious freedom and faithful citizenship. Repeatedly, I've been asked what Catholics can do to promote conversations ab... More
Responding To Akin: When Pro-Lifers Do The Work For Abortion Advocates
I think I'm going out on a limb here, but I'm a little surprised at the reaction to Rep. Todd Akin's idiotic and unfortunate remarks on "legitimate rape" and the theory that rape victims' bodies someh... More
Secretary Clinton Warns of Threats to Religious Freedom.
Today, the HHS Mandate went into effect for private businesses. And the U.S. State Department released its annual report on International Religious Freedom. Secretary Clinton gave remarks today.... More
Give This Woman A Medal.
Seriously. Lou Xiaoying, an 88-year-old Chinese woman is credited with saving the lives of 30children she found in dumpsters over the past forty years. Her work as a rubbish collector put her i... More
