People of faith looking to see their values reflected in their politics cannot give up in the face of legislative setbacks, said members of a Feb. 1 panel, “Faith, Politics and Policy in 2022: What Is a Faithful Agenda Now?”
Panel: 2022 ‘faithful agenda’ means not giving up after setbacks
Photos of the Week: Oct. 11, 2021
In the spotlight: Minnesota rosary procession, Sea Services Pilgrimage Mass, Synod of Bishops launch
Photos of the Week: June 28, 2021
In the spotlight: condominium collapse, Spider-Man, salute to K-9 Kitt
Social justice Catholic group’s letter objects to Kavanaugh nomination
A Sept. 4 letter signed by more than 1,500 Catholic nuns, priests and other church leaders from around the country addressed to U.S. senators voiced concerns about Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, a fellow Catholic, as he faced confirmation hearings on Capitol Hill in early September that may result in a seat for him on the Supreme Court of the United States.
Panel says voting rights need strengthening
Voting rights advocates discussed the disenfranchisement of voters in the United States, especially in the November election and said the system needs to improve.