On Richard John Neuhaus (1936-2009)

I have avoided saying much about the recently deceased Richard John Neuhaus over the years, in deference, perhaps, to my grandmother's advice: "If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all."

The one exception was nearly three years ago, in response to an article by Damon Linker that is not presently available online.

Linker's reflection on Neuhaus's recent passing is worth checking out.