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Your corner of the vineyard: Two ways to get involved in local politics

Americans spend lots of time following national or international politics but often cannot name their mayor or the person who represents them at their state capitol. Yet, some of the most important issues related to our communities are decided at state and local levels.The cal...

New Studies Reveal Why Minnesota Should Not Decriminalize Sports Gambling

New Studies Reveal Why Minnesota Should Not Decriminalize Sports Gambling

This column was originally published in the Catholic Spirit on November 14, 2025. A recent Pew Research Center poll shows that 47% of men under the age of 30 believe online sports betting has harmful effects on society, a sharp increase from 34% in 2022. This shift is telling....

Catholics, heed the call

Catholics, heed the call

Pope Leo recently echoed a phrase used by Pope Francis: “Politics is one of the highest forms of charity because it serves the common good.” When considering how to best love our neighbor, becoming a politician, or running for a local board or commission is not likely top of m...