MinnPost: In special session, restore voting rights to ex-offenders in Minnesota

(by Jason Adkins and Charles Samuelson) June 3, 2015 This summer marks the 50th anniversary of the passage of the Voting Rights Act. When Congress passed this landmark legislation in 1965 all members of Minnesota’s delegation, which included both Democrats and … Continue reading →

Catholic Spirit: In politics, make appeals, not demands

(by Jason Adkins) May 21, 2015 In a 2012 retreat to Caritas aid workers, then-Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio (Pope Francis) told those present that truth is like a precious stone: Offer it in your hand, and it draws others to you; … Continue reading →

Catholic Spirit: MCC ‘very proud’ of passage of prenatal diagnosis bill

(by Joe Towalski) May 22, 2015 Other legislation supported by Minnesota Catholic Conference didn’t fare as well during 2015 state legislative session Thanks to the work of the Minnesota Catholic Conference and a coalition of disability advocacy groups, expectant parents … Continue reading →

The Wanderer: Bishop Sirba Of Duluth . . . Outlines “Throwaway Culture” And How To Answer It

(by Peggy Moen) May 12, 2015 MINNEAPOLIS — Bishop Paul Sirba of Duluth, Minn., addressed about 250 pro-lifers at St. Helena’s here on “The Gospel of Life in a Throwaway Culture,” borrowing Pope Francis’ theme. The occasion was the parish’s … Continue reading →

Duluth News Tribune: With debt paid, Minnesota felons be allowed to vote to give them stake in society

(by Chuck Frederick) May 4, 2015 Daris Nordby’s life has been filled with mistakes, and if he’s due any credit at all, it can be for his willingness to own up to them and take responsibility. His first felony conviction, … Continue reading →

Letter from Archbishop Nienstedt on Restore the Vote legislation

April 22, 2015 Dear Legislator, The Minnesota Catholic Conference, of which I am president, has been proud to play a leading role in the Restore the Vote coalition. We believe that giving those who have offended an opportunity to participate … Continue reading →

MPR Capitol View: Time running out on felon voting bill

(by Tim Pugmire) March 18, 2015 A coalition of groups working to restore the voting rights of convicted felons is growing concerned about the prospect of passing a bill this session. Legislation allowing felons to vote once they’re out of … Continue reading →

Catholic Spirit: Affordable housing, education choice included in bishops’ discussions with lawmakers

(by Maria Wiering) March 6, 2015 Bishops from each of Minnesota’s six dioceses met with Gov. Mark Dayton and state lawmakers March 5 to discuss legislation on a range of issues, from immigration and education to poverty relief and commercial … Continue reading →

The Visitor: State’s Catholic bishops highlight policy priorities in meetings with governor, legislators

(by Joe Towalski) March 6, 2015 For Bishop Donald Kettler and the other Catholic bishops of Minnesota, spending a “day on the hill” March 5 with Gov. Mark Dayton and state lawmakers was an important opportunity to talk about the … Continue reading →

Catholic Spirit: Affordable housing in interest of common good

(by Ben Jones) February 25, 2015 This year, the Minnesota Catholic Conference has joined other organizations in supporting the Homes for All agenda currently before the Minnesota Legislature. The Homes for All proposal invests $39 million to address a spectrum … Continue reading →

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