Is there a political plan B for the bishops?
Viewpoint: In last week's election, the U.S. Catholic bishops took a beating at the polls. Where do the bishops go from here?
Politics
Washington bishops seek stronger catechesis after same-sex marriage vote
Seattle Archbishop J. Peter Sartain said he was "disappointed that so many voters failed to recognize marriage between a man and a woman."
Maryland Catholics celebrate passage of same-sex marriage referendum
Maryland became one of three states to pass a marriage equality referendum on Election Day, bringing joy to supporters of same-sex marriage.
What's next for religious conservatives?
Mitt Romney failed in his bid to win the White House back for Republicans, but the biggest losers in Tuesday's voting may be Christian conservatives.
Editorial: Election results show we live in a new America
President Obama's win, in which he captured all but two of the states he won four years ago, was accomplished with a broad coalition of minorities.
Massachusetts defeats assisted suicide; California keeps death penalty
While Massachusetts defeated a "death with dignity" measure, California decided to keep the death penalty and other states voted on abortion.
Hope and history turn a corner
In 2008, Barack Obama was swept into office on a tide of almost overwhelming optimism, idealism and new hope for the future of our country. Young voters, and voters in general, turned out in record numbers. Many of those who supported him believed in a post-racial America, an end to Washington gridlock, the promise of genuine reform. It was one of the most inspirational times I can remember in my adult life.
Cardinal Dolan congratulates Obama, urges he give priority to vulnerable
"The people of our country have again entrusted you with a great responsibility," Dolan said in a letter to the president Wednesday.
Washington watchdog group asks IRS to probe Catholic bishops
A public watchdog group charges the USCCB with politicking on behalf of Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, and it wants the IRS to explore revoking the hierarchy's tax-exempt status.
Dolan to Obama: Protect poor, immigrant, religious freedom
The bishops "offer our prayers that God will give you strength and wisdom to meet the difficult challenges that face America," Dolan wrote.
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In This Issue
May 10-23, 2013
- Illinois parish's ESL program welcomes all
- A different Mary assumes the stage
- A question few seem to consider when the US wages war afar
- [Print Edition Only] Special Section: Summer Listings
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