The U.S. Catholic bishops decided on Nov. 15 at their general assembly that "the threat of abortion" will remain the "preeminent priority" for their political guidance to Catholic voters in the year leading up to the 2024 presidential election.
Abortion, racism and denying election results are all moral issues facing voters this November. But columnist Michael Sean Winters wonders whether rising gas prices will sideline them all.
Worried about a backlash from voters after the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade, Republican politicians this midterm season are moderating their opposition to abortion.
What some progressives demand is not only the right an abortion or some other procedure a Catholic hospital cannot, in conscience, perform. They demand the right to coerce that hospital into performing those procedures.
Commentary: Each reception of the Eucharist expands my vision, heart and vocation. I therefore applaud the bishops' eucharistic revival. Yet, I am suspicious of the bishops' intent.
Did you know the law firm the represents the U.S. bishops' conference has been a key player in the effort to move the judiciary to the right? Columnist Michael Sean Winters shares links to this and other news.
It is widely recognized among conservative and progressive Catholics that the right to life is genuine, and not contingent upon legislative rulings. But there seems to be less of a consensus about the right to bodily autonomy.
Links: Comments on The New York Times' piece on Biden and abortion, a Democratic Ohio Senate candidate's strategy, a Mass marking the 101st anniversary of a priest killed by the KKK, and more.
