Cokie Roberts, who wrote about the role of women in Washington in our Jan. 23 issue, is this week’s guest. Hosts Matt Malone, S.J., and Kerry Weber chat to her about the state of journalism under President Donald J. Trump, in addition to his announcement that he is planning to build a border wall. Associate […]
Immigration
Posted inEditorials, Politics & Society
Donald Trump’s wall is a pro-life issue, too.
President Trump’s actions in defense of the unborn are welcome, his proposals for immigration reform are ill conceived and divisive.
Posted inPolitics & Society, Short Take
This is not what pro-life leadership looks like
Whatever motivated Mr. Trump to reinstate the Mexico City Policy, it was not a consistent recognition of the dignity and sacredness of every human life.
Posted inPolitics & Society, Short Take
What should guide U.S. immigration policy: self-interest or charity?
Would you not love and admire a country that opened its doors to the tired, the poor, the wretched and the homeless?
Posted inNews, Politics & Society
Before Trump’s inauguration, Catholic communities are praying for immigrants
At least one community said it will declare sanctuary status for itself.
Posted inPolitics & Society, Video
La Voz del Pueblo
America Films presents ‘La Voz Del Pueblo,’ a documentary that explores violence and oppression in Honduras through the eyes of journalists at Radio Progreso, a remarkable Jesuit-run radio station.
Posted inDispatches, Politics & Society
Will the law back up cities and churches that offer sanctuary to the undocumented?
Congress cannot force localities to assist in the arrest of immigration violators, honor federal detainer requests or avoid criminal convictions that would trigger deportation proceedings
Posted inDispatches, Politics & Society
Migrants around the world seek dignity and safety
Efforts to respond to the global crisis of migration are straining budgets not only at humanitarian agencies like Catholic Relief Services but among nations near points of flight.
Posted inDispatches, Faith
A new Jesuit program is bringing education to some of the world’s refugees
Students gather outside the schools before the first day of class, ready to learn new skills or improve their language skills, both of which can be invaluable for making a living in refugee camps.
Posted inFeatures, Politics & Society
Beyond the Wall: Stories from the other side of the immigration crisis
President Donald Trump’s journey to the White House began with a simple promise: “I will build a great, great wall.”