There is a temptation, reading Pope Leo XIV’s letter on artificial intelligence, to hear its two cities — Babel and Jerusalem — as a simple contrast between pride and humility, or between technology baptized and technology refused. But the deeper distinction the Holy Father draws is political, and it is the one I want to… Read More Communion, Not Homogeneity: Democracy and the Common Good in the Age of Babel

Millennial editor Robert Christian on Magnifica Humanitas:

Here are 50 quotes from Pope Leo XIV’s new encyclical Magnifica humanitas: “Babel thus reveals the limits of any effort that, however grandiose, arises from self-affirmation, sacrifices human dignity for efficiency, and aspires to reach heaven without God’s blessing.” (7) “Technology has the power to heal, connect, educate and protect our common home; but it… Read More 50 Quotes from Magnifica Humanitas

A transition is a moment for reflection. The transition at the head of the Archdiocese of New York is no different. As Archbishop Ronald Hicks assumes the role that Pope John Paul II once called “archbishop of the capital of the world”, this reflection should take place beyond New York. As I watched Timothy Cardinal… Read More How We Can Defy Pro-Life Stereotypes

Many of us are struggling with how to respond to what we simply call “this moment” in our shared life—especially as we scroll an unceasing social media feed designed to inspire anger and judgment. A simple phrase from one of the Desert Fathers can help us find our footing and discern our role in responding.… Read More Slow to Judgment in a Time of Crisis

About eight years ago, I was making a presentation on the topic of religion and democracy to some grantees and partners at Democracy Fund. During my presentation, a colleague texted our team group chat and joked, “Find yourself someone who looks at you the way John Carr looks at Chris while he’s presenting. He’s so… Read More Thank You, John Carr

For her consistent, courageous commitment to human rights, freedom, and democracy, our 2025 Millennial of the Year is Oleksandra Matviichuk. The Ukrainian human rights lawyer, who leads the Center for Civil Liberties, which won the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize, has documented war crimes, called for accountability for the architects of such crimes, and promoted democracy… Read More Millennial of the Year 2025: Oleksandra Matviichuk