The Vice President-elect JD Vance criticized a New York Times reader for complaining about their neighbor’s prayers to the liberal media outlet.
The reader, whose name was not disclosed, sought advice from The New York Times Magazine’s ethicist columnist, asking, “My neighbor won’t stop praying for me. What should I do?”
The reader described their neighbor as a “sweet friend” and “a caring person” who is very religious and frequently offers prayers in person, through texts, and emails.
Despite expressing their view on religion and asking the neighbor to stop praying for them, the reader felt bothered that their wishes were not being respected.
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JD Vance criticized The New York Times reader for objecting to their neighbor’s prayers. (Getty Images)
The columnist acknowledged the differing views on prayer but suggested that the neighbors’ perspectives don’t align. He advised the reader to consider accepting the neighbor’s prayers as a genuine expression of care rather than asking them to stop.
Appiah explained that while the reader cannot demand the neighbor to cease praying, they could ask not to be informed when prayers are offered.
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Silhouette of a woman praying with rosary beads at sunset. Concept for religion, faith, prayer, and spirituality. (Pascal Deloche/Godong/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
Vance also chimed in on the dilemma, suggesting that the reader accept the neighbor’s prayers as a kind gesture and not overthink the situation.
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