Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life

Last October in America, Pope Francis warned the church against being “obsessed” with abortion, gay marriage and the use of contraceptive methods. Washington, especially the religious right and secular left, shares this obsession.

This spring in Washington, the cherry blossoms came late and quickly faded, but partisan posturing for coming elections is in full bloom. What is missing is Congressional action to deal with a stagnant economy, divided nation and a violent world.