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AMERICAN EXCEPTIONALISM NEEDS A REBOOT

Not only do we need better political leaders, we need more prophets to challenge us and to call us to follow the path leading to a better world for our grandchildren. If we do that, we will be truly exceptional.

COVID-19 IS NOT THE ONLY PANDEMIC OUR NATION IS FIGHTING

This virus of fear, which spreads racism, can be diagnosed and steps can be taken to resist and overcome it. The antidote is courage and love.

WE NEED BISHOPS WHO WILL CHALLENGE THE RICH AND POWERFUL

The bishops need the money and political influence of these wealthy and powerful individuals because of the way the institutional church is structured.

THE DEVELOPMENT OF DOCTRINE IS FIDELITY IN NEWNESS

Certain critiques of the current pontificate challenge the Second Vatican Council and end up forgetting the Magisterium of Saint John Paul II and Benedict XVI.

READING G.K. CHESTERTON THROUGH THE EYES OF FATHER BROWN

G.K. Chesterton is known as the most frequently cited of any writer . . . and the least read. Why? He was too Catholic, and he defended the faith, directly or indirectly, in everything he wrote... and he wrote volumes.

IMAGINING THE CHURCH OF TOMORROW

In a rapidly changing world, the Church needs to leave the beaten path. Pope Francis invites us to do this by calling for a Church that "goes out of itself". The future of Catholicism depends on synod-like dialogue between clergy and laity.