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David P. Deavel

Associate Professor of Theology, University of St. Thomas (Houston)

AMAC Staff Writing since 2022 @davidpdeavel

220

Articles published

Years with AMAC

Topics covered

Aug 23, 2026

Background

David P. Deavel teaches at the University of St. Thomas in Houston. A past Lincoln Fellow at the Claremont Institute, he is a Senior Contributor at The Imaginative Conservative. Follow him on X (Twitter) @davidpdeavel.

Credentials

Areas of expertise

Catholic theology and thoughtConservative political and cultural commentaryJohn Henry Newman, G.K. Chesterton, and Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn studiesEducation and higher education

Credentials

Associate Professor of Theology, University of St. Thomas, Houston, Texas
Associate Editor, VoegelinView
Senior Contributor, The Imaginative Conservative
2019 Lincoln Fellow, Claremont Institute
Co-editor, 'Solzhenitsyn and American Culture: The Russian Soul in the West' (University of Notre Dame Press, 2020)
Former editor-in-chief, Logos: A Journal of Catholic Thought and Culture
Writing in Catholic World Report, First Things, National Review, Wall Street Journal, and other outlets

Education

B.A., English and Philosophy — Calvin College
M.A., M.Phil., and Ph.D. in Theology — Fordham University

Awards

Acton Institute Novak Award (2013)

Editorial standards

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220 articles

Travel & Lifestyle

Dads Matter: Study Proves What Common Sense Already Knew

A new study underscores the vital role of engaged fathers in Virginia, linking their presence to improved academic and emotional outcomes for children.

Jun 15, 2025

Politics

Trump Administration Rightly Says No To “Summer of Love Pt. II”

Tensions flared in Los Angeles as protests escalated, prompting a forceful federal response and sparking national debate.

Jun 9, 2025

Politics

Protect Women’s Sports Now – Yes, It Affects Me Personally

President Trump is taking action to protect women’s sports, challenging policies that allow male athletes to compete against females.

Jun 2, 2025

Politics

Democrats Must Face Their Violence Problem

Democratic leaders must confront growing left-wing violence, including recent antisemitic attacks, instead of deflecting blame. The time for moral clarity is now.

May 25, 2025

Faith

The Image of God: A Biblical Case for the Sanctity of Life

Human rights begin at conception—science, reason, and Scripture all affirm the value and sanctity of life in the womb.

May 19, 2025

Faith

One Catholic’s Hope for the New Pope

As Pope Leo XIV begins his pontificate, Christians across the world reflect on what they hope for from his leadership—and what he asks of them in return.

May 18, 2025

Mother’s Day Is for Thankfulness and Joy—Even in Sorrow

Mother’s Day brings gratitude—but also grief for those who’ve lost their moms. David P. Deavel reflects on the deep and lasting pain of maternal loss.

May 11, 2025

Pope Fiction and the Real Threat to Catholics and Christians

As cardinals gather in Rome, Trump’s AI pope meme triggers debate—revealing deeper divides over humor, politics, and faith in America.

May 6, 2025

Politics

No One Is Above the Law – Except When Democrats Say So

Democrats claim "no one is above the law," yet their actions—defending judges and activists who violate it—tell a different story, revealing deep hypocrisy.

Apr 27, 2025

Faith

He Is Risen! But His Followers Still Suffer in Nigeria

As Christians celebrate Easter, believers in Nigeria continue to face brutal persecution. This Easter, their suffering demands global awareness and advocacy.

Apr 20, 2025