Editorial
Power Play
Events that trigger major international conflicts often appear small in retrospect. What's happening in Ukraine provides another example of this paradox.
Missed Opportunity
The UN made several recommendations the Holy See would do well to heed. But it weakened its case by weighing in on doctrinal matters unrelated to abuse.
So Far, So Good
Iran’s nuclear ambitions are a serious problem, but demanding complete Iranian capitulation, either at the negotiating table or on the battlefield, is no solution.
Minimal Wages
The argument for raising the minimum wage is as much moral as economic; it is an argument about fairness and the dignity of labor.
Out of the Tomb
The differences between Francis and Benedict have been exaggerated, but the exhortation does signal a real contrast of emphasis between the two popes.
The Threat of Peace
The opportunity to roll back Iran’s nuclear program should not be forfeited because of the belligerent posturing of Netanyahu and hawks on Capitol Hill.
A Chat with Pope Francis
The transcript of the editors’ conversation with the pope has been translated from the original Italian into Latin, then English, then back into Italian ...
A New Balance
Whether liberal or conservative, reform-minded or traditionalist, Catholics were stunned by the interview Pope Francis recently gave. So were many non-Catholics.
Known Unknowns
If we had reason to be confident that bombing some of Assad’s assets would save more Syrians than it would kill, armed intervention might be warranted. We don't.
Limited & Proportionate
President Obama is right to show restraint on Syria. But that doesn’t mean the United States should stand and watch great crimes being committed.
America's Politics
'America''s mission statement tends to draw too stark a dichotomy between a Catholic’s religious identity and his or her secular political responsibilities.
Securing Our Liberty
Even if everything the government does to combat terrorism is technically legal, not everything legal is prudent, wise, or morally justified.
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