President Obama also should urge Israel to adopt more moderate, conciliatory policies.

Visit this page for America's latest news and commentary on Pope Benedict XVI's resignation and the papal transition. (Last updated: March 14, 2013.)

As immigration reform takes center stage in Washington, we offer a selection of articles from America on immigrants and the need for immigration reform:"Does the Gospel Speak to Immigration?" Michael O'Loughlin"Immigration Reform," Cardinal Roger M. Mahoney"The Other Ame

Pope Benedict knows full well the truth of what Bernard wrote to Eugenius: You are Peter, not Jesus.

Revelations in Los Angeles; My Kingdom for a Hearse; Impunity on Trial

America talks with the Catholic Candidates

Though we cannot create an absolutely safe world, we can create a safer world.

A selection of 'America' articles on Benedict's pontificate

For St. Augustine, fasting was avaricious unless one gave away what one saved.

Finally, Immigration; All the President's Men; Vive la France?