Tom Mon

It is hard to believe. Many of us are still pinching ourselves, hoping that it was only a dream or, rather, a nightmare, but the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as “the Senate bill” is now law.

It was December 8, 1917, the eve of the battle to wrest Jerusalem from the Turks. So much had gone amiss in this Great War, but portents were favorable for a decisive victory at sunrise.

It really is quite simple why I am pro-life. I believe the Catholic Church is a conduit of truth, and I know her teaching includes an uncompromising advocacy for the dignity of each human life.

It has not gone unnoticed that during Holy Week, and in the days leading up to it, the media elite, led by the New York Times, has taken aim at Pope Benedict XVI.

Tenebrae, the “Office of Darkness,” marks the beginning of the three holiest days of the Catholic year—three days to renew and relive Christ’s Passion and death.

One would hope the statement “Late have I learned” would be spoken by at least one Catholic bishop, but don’t hold your breath.

The government takeover of one-sixth of the American economy via the socialistic health care plan passed by Congress and signed into law by President Obama delivered a grand slam for Planned Parenthood.

In yesterday’s commentary, I noted that many elderly people, when interviewed by the Chicago Tribune, were horrified at the thought of lingering unconsciousness.

On February 8, the Chicago Tribune interviewed elderly Catholics who were horrified at the thought of lingering unconsciousness.

In case there’s any doubt, it’s not true that Americans don’t worship. We are indeed still a nation that faithfully goes to the altar to worship and give our lives.