Explainer

Speculation that President Trump will name Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court has revived interest in her charismatic Catholic group. Michael O’Loughlin looks at the history—and the myths—of People of Praise.

Are the 40 million U.S. Catholics who are registered Democrats facing the fires of hell? Not according to canon law or the U.S. bishops.

Should Catholic priests or members of religious orders be endorsing political candidates? If it is allowed, is it prudent?

John Baldovin, S.J., a sacramental theologian and professor at the School of Theology and Ministry at Boston College, offered America explanations for many of the important questions that have arisen as a result of Father Hood’s case.

If President Donald J. Trump wins a second term in November, what will it mean for abortion policy in the United States?

What would a Biden/Harris presidential win mean for abortion politics in the United States?