Rep. Ryan: 'We Have Pursued Solidarity but Abused Subsidiarity'

In an exclusive interview, the chairman of the House Budget Committee defends his interpretation of Catholic social teaching.

Bishop Blaire Discusses the Ryan Budget and Catholic Social Doctrine

Presidential Hopefuls: Gov. Rick Perry

The Texas Republican signed the Susan B. Anthony List’s pro-life pledge and the National Organization for Marriage's pledge, but values voters may find his views on the death penalty and mandatory Gardasil for sixth-graders troubling.

Does the Lone Star Governor Have a Prayer or a Major Catholic Problem?

Michele Bachmann’s JFK Moment

A Christian presents herself for office as an integrated whole.

Dealing With Debt — and Stewardship

Washington Grapples With Catholic Social Teaching

May has marked a month of renewed focus on Church thought and its practical implications.

President Obama’s DOMA Outrage Will Backfire

Mr. President, you just picked a fight you can’t win.

True National Treasure

A Penitential Rite on Capitol Hill

John Boehner’s ‘ashes’ speech seems chillingly relevant as Arizona Rep. Gabrielle Giffords lies comatose.

Knights Were Not Silent

When the Knights of Columbus couldn’t display a manger scene on town property, they took their case to the Supreme Court. The result affected crèche displays nationwide.

Sarah Palin vs. the Kennedy Legacy

Does the former VP candidate deserve to be criticized for taking on an American political icon?

Meet the Catholics in Congress

Here’s our snapshot of the spectrum of pro-life votes and views of Catholics on Capitol Hill, newly updated for the 112th Congress.

1 Catholic Speaker Gives Way to Another

Eight out of 10 Americans favor restrictions that would limit abortion. Here comes a speaker who believes that Washington is ‘defying the will of the American people’ on abortion.

Humility on the Hill

Washington responded to the outcome of the midterm elections with a sense of purpose rather than celebration.

Deprivatizing Religion in America

Farewell to a Valiant Pro-Life Woman

Anne Higgins (1939-2010)

Crisis-Pregnancy Centers: ‘A Way to Shut Us Down’

Advertising Controls Could Be Forced Through by ‘Lame Duck’ Congress

What Kind of Justice Would Kagan Be?

Critique Comes Prior to Senate Hearings

Ready to Go 12 Rounds With Boxer

Carly Fiorina Wants to Make Pro-Life Stance ‘Less Scary’ for Other Female Candidates