By following through on their promise to repeal “Obamacare” immediately, Republican lawmakers and the new Trump administration are engaging in reckless political theater.
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Posted inFeatures, Politics & Society
What is the Catholic response to the rise of nationalism?
If love of country is a virtue and a moral obligation, the nationalistic impulse itself has no moral identity.
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
More Americans support abortion restrictions, new poll finds
When the questions became more detailed on abortion policies, the numbers shifted.
Posted inPolitics & Society
Being a man in Trump’s America: Why I attended the Women’s March on Washington
My dad’s golden rule demonstrates that we should go out of our way to lift up the dignity of women.
Posted inNews, Politics & Society
Trump brings back ‘Mexico City Policy’ on abortion
The action was hailed by pro-life leaders as it continues Ronald Reagan’s legacy.
Posted inPolitics & Society, Short Take
What would Jefferson say about today’s America?
What perils would Jefferson and Franklin warn us against?
Posted inIn All Things, Politics & Society
Catholic sisters join the Women’s March on Washington
Women religious champion social justice issues at the Women’s March on Washington.
Posted inDispatches, Politics & Society
Pope Francis takes ‘wait and see’ stance on Trump
“I don’t like to anticipate what happens or to judge people in advance.”
Posted inDispatches, Politics & Society
Catholics cheer, protest, work for peace at Trump’s inauguration
Donning “Make America Great Again” hats, some cheered. Others demonstrated with signs and chants.