The pope and the president have something of a history, but do not expect fireworks.
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Stop, cooperate and listen: looking for a Catholic alternative to the economy
Does capitalism not do it for you? Communism a bit much? There’s another way. This week we’re talking with Nathan Schneider (and his adorable baby, Daniel) about co-ops. Now, that word might bring to mind hippies living together and making vegan meals from the community garden (which Nathan did)—but there are hidden cooperative businesses all around you: REI, […]
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Trump’s new travel ban is before the court. Here’s what you need to know.
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals heard arguments for and against a revised version of Trump’s executive order on immigration.
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Students plan to protest Mike Pence’s Notre Dame commencement address
The protest is not designed to shut down conversation, but to prompt reflection on policies championed by Mr. Pence.
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Cardinal Tobin urges solidarity with people facing deportation as immigration arrests spike
“They could bring nearly 12 million people out of the shadows, if they wanted to,” Cardinal Tobin said. “This isn’t about border security. It’s about being attentive to the reality of people who are already in our communities.”
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Callista Gingrich picked as U.S. ambassador to the Vatican
The wife of former House Speaker Newt Gingrich will have to manage an awkward relationship between the White House and the Vatican.
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Americans “don’t worship government, we worship God,” Trump says at Liberty commencement
Trump, who received an honorary law degree at Liberty’s commencement, said he was making good on his promises.
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Pope says he will not pre-judge Trump, will seek common ground.
Pope says he will not pre-judge Trump and that Marie Collins had some good reasons for her resignation from the sex abuse commission.
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Trump plans to discuss religious freedom, human trafficking with Pope Francis
In addition to a stop at the Vatican, the president’s first overseas trip will include stops in Saudi Arabia and Israel, home to holy sites of Islam and Judaism.
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Trump firing of Comey possibly worse than Watergate, says former Nixon prosecutor
“It’s hard for me to credit that the president is now vigorously acting in Hillary Clinton’s interest,” says Philip Lacovara.