“A tariff is a tax,” said Jesuit Father Stephen Pitts, professor of economics at Marquette University. “And so the question with any tax is, who will bear it?”
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“I think all of us, not just lawyers and judges, would profit from any time spent reflecting on the life and example of St. Thomas More.”
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Wisconsin religious exemption upheld for Catholic Charities now back in court
by Kate Scanlonby Kate Scanlon“ββIt is fundamental to our constitutional order that the government maintain ‘neutrality between religion and religion,'” Sotomayor wrote.
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Washington Roundup: Voting Rights Act on trial; White House boosts Down Syndrome awareness; and more
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonThe U.S. Supreme Court on Oct. 15 heard oral arguments over a Voting Rights Act provision and the White House drew attention to Down Syndrome Awareness Month.
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Washington Roundup: USCCB greets ‘first phase’ of Gaza deal; shutdown continues; and more
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonIsrael’s government ratified what the White House called the “first phase” of a ceasefire deal, as President Donald Trump indicated he planned to visit the region.
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Justices hear faith-driven challenge to Colorado conversion therapy ban
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonThe Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case challenging a Colorado ban on professional counseling services that practice “conversion therapy” for minors.
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Suspect reportedly had expressed hostility and disdain for the Supreme Court, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the Catholic Church and Jewish people.
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Supreme Court begins fall term amid split in public opinion on its work
by Kate Scanlonby Kate Scanlon“The Supreme Court’s docket so far includes many cases that raise interesting, important and tricky legal questions,” said law professor Rick Garnett.
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“The Scriptures point unswervingly to the need to keep the poor and the powerless at the forefront of our thoughts and actions,” Cardinal McElroy said.
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“If people of good faith talk to each other civilly and rationally,” Justice Alito said, the results are better than if just one person is making the decision.
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