Dorothy Day

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The biography delves into the complex life of Dorothy Day, a prominent Catholic activist proposed for sainthood. It highlights her commitment to various social causes, including poverty alleviation, civil rights, and pacifism. As co-founder of the Catholic Worker Movement, she fostered communities dedicated to hospitality for the needy. Day's life was marked by contradictions: a single mother and former divorcee who converted to Catholicism, she engaged with diverse political ideologies while living in poverty. Her legacy reflects a profound dedication to the Gospel, as explored by Elaine Murray Stone.