Rediscovering Jacques Maritain in Latin America

In his latest work, Mario Ramos-Reyes delves into the political turmoil of mid-20th century Latin America, exploring how maritainismo—a movement inspired by the Catholic philosopher Jacques Maritain—offered a path forward between  liberalism and Catholic tradition. From its rise in 1947 at the Social Christian movement conference in Montevideo to its decline in 1968 with the rise of liberation theology, maritainismo’s vision of a democratic, liberal, and Christian political proposal remains a vital topic today. Learn more about this fascinating period and why understanding its lessons is of utmost importance.. [Read the full review & testimonials here]