An appearance at the Vatican is often used by supporters to signal papal support for an individual or a cause, but the reality is far more complex.
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How sanctuary sentiments are clashing with Trump immigration enforcement in Miami
“It was remarkable to see a mayor of one of the largest and most diverse and vibrant immigrant communities in the nation be the first to capitulate” to Mr. Trump’s threat.
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US bishops urge Trump administration to issue executive order on religious freedom
Those opposing the order say it would legalize discrimination and was too far-reaching
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Philly archbishop says the press is being too hard on President Trump
On conservative radio show, Archbishop Chaput says “elites” in the media are hostile to voters of faith.
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John Oliver: Comic Crusader Against the Status Quo
“Last Week Tonight” is the best example of the power that humor can have in bringing about change.
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U.S. bishops welcome court decision to reject Trump’s travel ban
In a rebuke to the Trump administration on Feb. 9, the three federal appellate judges sided with the states of Washington and Minnesota on nearly every matter, opening the possibility that the case could shift to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Posted inOf Many Things, Politics & Society
President Trump’s ties to Russia matter. Here’s why.
There is a big elephant in the room: What does Mr. Trump know about Russia? What does he not know? Does he know what he doesn’t know?
Posted inDispatches, Politics & Society
Undocumented in America: The fear is real. Is the problem exaggerated?
Despite simplistic language that depicts a flood of undocumented migrants crossing the U.S. southern border, migration from Mexico has slowed considerably in recent years and even reversed.
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Catholic bishops meet to discuss issues related to health care for transgender people
The number of questions from Catholic organizations to N.C.B.C.’s ethicists about transgender issues “has increased radically and surprisingly” in recent years.
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The Letters
“I am so pleased to see these efforts to address this very sad phenomenon of Islamophobia. Diversity makes us richer and stronger together.”