Veteran Slovak politician and former dissident František Mikloško, a current member of parliament representing the Christian Democratic Movement (KDH), has publicly discussed the role of his faith in his life and political decisions. In a recent interview, Mikloško detailed his personal beliefs and relationship with the Catholic Church, explaining how these influence his stances on various issues. He addressed topics such as abortion and same-sex partnerships, offering his perspective rooted in his religious convictions. Mikloško also reflected on his experiences during the communist era, highlighting the importance of dialogue with those holding differing beliefs, recalling how encounters with non-believers shaped his own dissent. The interview provides insight into the intersection of faith, politics, and individual liberty within the Slovak political landscape. He emphasized a belief in personal freedom and avoiding imposition of beliefs on others, as reflected in his title statement – “I don’t want to tell others how to live.”
