Weekly column from Italy: Christian has a responsibility with conservative government

Giorgia Meloni makes no secret that she is eager to go down in history as Italy's first female prime minister under the slogan "Dio, patria, famiglia" (God, fatherland, family).

For a long time, it has not been usual for Italian politicians to use Biblical rhetoric in their campaign speeches. However, two parties seem to break this habit in the current run-up to the election on coming Sunday. Meanwhile, the Church is trying to stay out of the political field.

No summer holidays for Italian politicians. Early elections will be held on 25 September, and the country is rapidly heading for political campaigns.