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Inside the Capitol
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Welcome, You May Be Surprised at What You Find
Posted by Minnesota Catholic Conference · October 26, 2011 3:25 PM
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Why a marriage protection amendment? Why now?
Posted by Jason Adkins · October 26, 2011 9:45 AM
In November 2012, Minnesotans will have the chance to preserve in law the institution of marriage as the union of one man and one woman from activist judges and rogue legislators who seek to undermine this bedrock social institution.
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The Catholic Church doesn’t believe in human rights — Huh?
Posted by Jessica Aleman · October 11, 2011 9:45 AM
I found the reckless accusation, “The Catholic Church simply doesn’t believe in human rights” wedged between several other statements of supposed “facts” about the Catholic Church in the comment section of a recent online op-ed posting.
Unfortunately, the sad fact is that there are many non-Catholics and Catholics alike who believe this is true to varying degrees.
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Practicing Christ’s message: Antidote to bullying pandemic
Posted by Peter Noll · September 28, 2011 9:45 AM
As I have loved you, so you should love one another. This is how I will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another. (John 13:34-35)
Although bullying has been around for generations, and affects nearly all children, solutions have been evasive.
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The economy and the justice owed to God
Posted by Jason Adkins · September 15, 2011 9:45 AM
It has long been a tradition within the church on the anniversary of a noteworthy event or document to reflect on it and view its contents again with hindsight and some historical distance. This is especially true of papal social encyclicals — teaching documents that treat a specific topic or theme and apply ancient wisdom to “the signs of the times.”
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The DREAM Act and the need for moral creativity
Posted by Jessica Aleman · August 31, 2011 10:00 AM
American immigration reform remains a heated political issue. But it is not just a theoretical political issue; it is a humanitarian one that impacts the basic dignity and life of a person, and at a broader level, the common good. It is foremost a moral issue.
Because of the grave humanitarian considerations of the debate, Catholics must welcome discussion about immigration and the challenges it presents.
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Stand up for marriage, the center of social life
Posted by Jason Adkins · August 17, 2011 10:00 AM
In November 2012, Minnesota voters will have a chance to defend marriage as the union of one man and one woman from rogue courts and legislators who believe it is their right to redefine and undermine this vital social institution.
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School choice legislation enacted across U.S., but sputters locally
Posted by Peter Noll · August 04, 2011 10:00 AM
All parents, no matter the size of their pocketbook or where they live, should have the opportunity to send their children to a quality school that best serves their needs.
Fortunately, this has been a banner legislative year across the nation for expanding parental choice in education. Unfortunately, Minnesota families will not be among those celebrating expanded school choice options.
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Adherence to ideology: the tie that blinds
Posted by Jason Adkins · July 21, 2011 10:00 AM
The 2011 legislative session is finally drawing to a close.
Many were surprised by the inability of legislative leaders and the governor to reach a compromise agreement before a shutdown occurred. When the two parties did finally produce a budget framework, neither side was pleased with an outcome that few believe represents the beginning of a long-term solution to the state’s fiscal woes.