Dear Editor: The question remains (Dolan: Even Without Vote, Discussing Abuse Protocols Still ‘Productive,’ The Tablet, Nov. 17) that if the Vatican’s only concern was to ensure that the best possible solution would be reached in a larger context than that of the U.S. Church alone, why did they wait until the eleventh hour to articulate their view and request that the vote be suspended?
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Catholic Teachings
Dear Editor: A citizen who votes for a politician who seeks to oppress the poor for political or economic gain is violating Catholic teachings (Tom Byrnes, Politics and Abortion, Readers’ Forum, Nov. 17).
Catholics and Politics
Dear Editor: Tom Byrnes (Politics and Abortion, Readers’ Forum, Nov. 17) should realize that the millions of faithful Catholics across this great nation will only vote for the party that truly represents the real values of both the Church and Christ by putting the needs of the poor and working class over the needs of the ultra wealthy; providing healthcare access to all from birth to death, caring for a delicate environment, establishing a responsible immigration policy that respects human dignity and keeps families united; and respecting people from all religious, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
We Held Our Noses to Vote
Dear Editor: It would be ideal if we the people can still vote for nice, decent candidates from either party who could represent our interests. Sadly, that time has long gone.
Pro-lifers of Jewish Faith
Dear Editor: As a pro-lifer of the Jewish faith, I say bravo to Tom Byrnes and Tori Grillo for their wonderfully inspiring letters in The Tablet Readers’ Forum (Politics and Abortion, Nov. 17) opposing the abortion and anti-life mentality.
Against Democracy
Dear Editor: Your newspaper publishes assorted letters in favor or against conservative and liberal positions. I believe there is no doubt which of the two main parties is conservative, and which, liberal or progressive.
Interfaith Service
Dear Editor: Thanks for providing us with this inspiring gathering (Brooklynites Find Unity, Hope at Interfaith Thanksgiving Service, The Tablet, Nov. 24).
Cultural Catholics
Dear Editor: There are those who consider themselves Catholic for social, cultural, or political purposes, but who reject basic religious or moral catholic doctrines.
Terrorist Invaders?
Dear Editor: Recent articles regarding the caravans of illegal migrants present them as innocent women and children in eminent danger. Perhaps some are, but the facts indicate otherwise.
Are You Willing to Pay for It?
Dear Editor: I want to put my two cents in re undocumented immigration.