Distinctly Catholic: The U.S.A. does not face an immigration crisis. There is no drastic epidemic of violent crime perpetrated by undocumented immigrants. None of this mattered to our new president.
Granting a stay of execution for three men, Magistrate Judge Merz rules that midazolam, used in the state's drug protocol for executions, constitutes cruel and unusual punishment.
The mission and vision to stand in solidarity "for the protection of our rights, our safety, our health and our families" — was broad enough to include pretty much everyone.
NCR Today: U.S. Catholic bishops could do more to promote the common good -- especially important as Catholics begin their pilgrimage to Washington for the March for Life.
NCR Today: I, like most NCR readers, do indeed "hunger and thirst" for justice. But we have a lot of "hungering and thirsting" work ahead of us.
NCR Today: As her trial in Minneapolis comes to a close, Kathy Kelly reflects on Black Lives Matter and what makes an action criminal.
NCR Today: Gray's attorneys say that after witnessing his execution and carefully reviewing facts, there is grave concern the execution caused suffering inconsistent with Gray's constitutional rights.
Despite last-minute scheduling of a large Women's March shortly after the 13th annual Walk for Life West Coast, thousands of pro-life supporters gathered and walked Jan. 21 in San Francisco.
Distinctly Catholic: The Women's March was larger than expected, and it was clear from reports, especially from Global Sisters Report, that the marchers were there for a variety of reasons.
NCR Today: The Trump administration's statement establishes an alternative universe where crime is on the rise in a "dangerous anti-police atmosphere."
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