3 Reasons You Should Vote (Even If You Don’t Want To)
Do you know what Pope Francis’ biggest miracle was during his trip last year to the United States? For one week, Americans didn’t have to…
Following Francis’ Lead, John Boehner Attempts to Rebuild the People’s House
“Rebuild my house!” This was God’s command to the 13th-century Saint Francis of Assisi. And thanks to the modern day Francis, it’s exactly what John…
Joe Biden and Stephen Colbert Talk about Faith and Suffering
Comedian Stephen Colbert had an emotional and moving conversation with Vice President and potential 2016 candidate Joseph Biden on “The Late Show” Thursday night. The…
2016 Presidential Faith: The Republicans
Jim Gilmore: Southern Politician with Many Religious Opinions This piece was co-written by Jocelyn Macurdy Keatts, an associate at Catholics in Alliance for the Common…
3 Ways Catholics Can Respond to the Same-Sex Marriage Ruling
This article was originally published in TIME June 27. Christopher Hale is a regular Busted Halo contributor on issues related to faith and politics. Friday’s…
2016 Presidential Faith: The Democrats
Now that former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley has thrown his hat into the ring, the Democrats finally have a Roman Catholic running for President of the United States.
Drowning in Debt: Washington and the Unjust Student Loan Crisis
It’s May, which means that graduation ceremonies are happening across the United States. Behind lofty commencement addresses about the value of graduates pursuing their dreams…
The Church Isn’t Going Away on Immigration Reform
Congress is back in session after their summer break, and we can expect national attention to turn once again toward comprehensive immigration reform. Particular focus…
A Jesuit Named Francis — What the New Pope Will Mean for the Millennial Generation
A week in and it’s clear: Pope Francis is a man of surprises. It started minutes after his election to the See of Saint Peter.…
Benedict the Meek
As the world focuses in on Rome for the papal conclave, many are discussing what qualities are needed in the next Successor of Saint Peter.…
