First Links — 7.11.13

Boredom and Kairos
Justin Hawkins, Fare Forward

The Legacy of Fr. Hesburgh
Anne Hendershott, Catholic World Report

The End of Our Exploring
J. F. Arnold, Evangelical Outpost

Pro-Life Politicians Need Help
Pete Spiliakos, National Review

How Will Future Historians Treat Same-Sex Marriage?
Patrick J. Deneen, Public Discourse

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