The headlines suggest that our political systems are incapable of solving big problems. What if we temper our expectations and realize that politics can bring out both the best and worst of humans?

With an important election coming in 2024, white Christian nationalism is emerging as a serious threat to our democracy.

Congress could learn something from the way cardinals elect popes in conclaves.

The corporal works of mercy have long guided Christians in helping those suffering from poverty and oppression. Politics can also be a holy activity if we pursue certain works of mercy.

The notion that the flow of migrants will be stemmed by closing asylum “loopholes” is grotesque. Sometimes it’s hard to believe anyone in Congress sees migrants as human beings.

In his new book, 'Small Isn’t Beautiful: The Case Against Localism,' Trevor Latimer argues that localist policies often do not achieve what their proponents intend.