We cannot wish away reality with counterfactual speculation--nor should we try.

Pope Francis’s letter poses an implicit question to the whole church in the United States: Will we subject our political debates on immigration to the scrutiny of the Gospel or not?

For President Trump, there are obvious, common-sense answers to all the problems that plague America. Even when things may be challenging or require effort, they are never, ever complicated.

Americans can learn much about citizenship from Jimmy Carter's public service and humble faith.

A proposed assisted-suicide law in Britain does not serve compassion. Instead it presents an illusion of final autonomy.

This election highlights the deep divisions in American society. But perhaps the strange working of mercy and providence is evident even there, keeping us attentive to the need for conversion and reconciliation.