Posted in Faith, Government, Law, Society on Jul 31st, 2010
Much like the healthcare debate, if there is one thing most can agree with the immigration debate it’s this–the system is broken and needs to be fixed.
The controversial “Arizona Immigration Law” has forced the issue with legislators and the media. The Catholic bishops, who have called for immigration reform for years, are among the voices [...]
Posted in Government, Media on Jul 12th, 2010
There were moments of laughter for Minnesotans during the painfully long recount of the 2008 Senatorial election, such as the one illustrated on the left–the infamous vote for ‘Lizard People.’
But since taking office, former funny man, Senator Al Franken hasn’t cracked many jokes . A new discovery of the 2008 Minnesota election has turned a [...]
Posted in Abortion, Government, Health Care, Politics on Mar 21st, 2010
The speculation surrounding the health care bill has been confusing and head splitting–to say the least.
But it’s over.
And it’s passed.
I’ve held off posting, as I figured nearly every other news site and blog had the issue covered. And I myself needed to process exactly what was happening. But a few thoughts now that I can [...]
Posted in Abortion, Activism, Government, Health Care on Feb 22nd, 2010
With Senator Brown taking away the Democrat super majority in Senate, most were certain health care talks were dead in session. The President, intent on fulfilling a campaign promise, has redrawn the health care bill, pulling from both the House and Senate bills and seeking common ground. And a passable bill.
Regrettably, it’s clear Catholics cannot [...]
Posted in Activism, Culture, Government on Jan 30th, 2010
During President Obama’s presidential campaign I would frequently hear his campaign speeches and think ‘That’s a great idea.’ Inevitably though, that thought would be followed with the questions ‘how?’ or ‘with what money?’ It seemed he had a great idea for everything but it wasn’t spelled out how all these things would be accomplished.
Last Wednesday’s [...]