The terrible suffering visited on humanity by the COVID-19 pandemic has not stopped the persecution of Christians around the world.
Author: Jorge I. Dominguez-Lopez
‘Why did The Tablet report that story?’
Be an observer of events, not a participant, ask probing questions, and do not allow personal opinions or political allegiances to taint your reporting.
New Forms of Censorship
“Let’s talk about the weather.”
That phrase used to be a polite way to steer a conversation from any controversial topic. Not anymore. Today, even a conversation about the weather can turn into a political discussion about climate change.
Trump’s Pandemic Response Could Be Key to Second Term
The 2016 elections were ultimately decided by a combined total of 77,000 votes in three states: Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Michigan.
The Target of Choice for Anti-Catholic Bigotry
As Christians, we need to recognize that racism is probably the most absolute negation of Jesus Christ’s message of love within our society. However, the attacks against churches can’t be dismissed as mere random occurrences, as they have been portrayed in the media. Catholics, may wonder what the vandals are trying to tell you when they tear down a statue of St. Junípero or even Jesus Christ.
The Future of Catholic Education
The June 30 Supreme Court decision in Espinoza v. Montana Dept. of Revenue is a cause for celebration. It goes against the Blaine Amendment, a failed amendment to the Constitution typical of the anti-immigrant and anti-Catholic bigotry of the 1880s.
From George Floyd to George Washington
It took 23 days for the protests that started after the killing of George Floyd to make their way to the statue of George Washington. What exactly is happening in our country?
The Long and Winding Road to Priesthood
On June 27, Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio will ordain four men to the priesthood at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph, less than one month after arriving at his 50th anniversary of ordination.
The End of Freedom?
Ten years ago, my mother came from Cuba to visit me in New York. One day, she started describing the awful situation in Havana. Without noticing it, she lowered her voice to a whisper while criticizing the Cuban government.
The Virus of Violence
We are facing a public health crisis, an economic crisis, and a social crisis all at the same time. Our nation is shaken to its core. For anyone who loves America, this is one of the saddest springs of our lives.
