75 Years After the Liberation of Auschwitz, Survivors Are Still Speaking, But Are We Listening?

Marc Santora writes: Even before the gas chambers were destroyed and the savage toll of years of industrialized mass murder revealed to the world, prisoners at the largest Nazi concentration camp were already repeating two words: Never again. But as the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz approaches, an occasion being marked by events… Read More 75 Years After the Liberation of Auschwitz, Survivors Are Still Speaking, But Are We Listening?

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Pope Condemns “Barbaric Resurgence” of Anti-Semitism

via Philip Pullella: Pope Francis on Monday condemned the “barbaric resurgence” of anti-Semitism around the world, linking it to the rise of populism. Next week’s 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz death camp should serve as a reminder not to become indifferent, Francis said to a delegation from the human rights and research… Read More Pope Condemns “Barbaric Resurgence” of Anti-Semitism

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All 16 Bishops in Texas Denounce Governor Abbott’s Refugee Ban

Their joint statement says: Governor Greg Abbott’s decision to turn away refugees from the great state of Texas is deeply discouraging and disheartening. While the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops respects the governor, this decision is simply misguided. It denies people who are fleeing persecution, including religious persecution, from being able to bring their gifts… Read More All 16 Bishops in Texas Denounce Governor Abbott’s Refugee Ban

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Archbishop Gomez on the Increase in Anti-Semitic Attacks, White Nationalism, Nativism, and Anti-Immigrant Violence

Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles writes: “We have come a long way in our country, but we have not come nearly far enough. Too many hearts and minds are clouded by racist presumptions of privilege and too many injustices in our society are still rooted in racism and discrimination. Too many young African… Read More Archbishop Gomez on the Increase in Anti-Semitic Attacks, White Nationalism, Nativism, and Anti-Immigrant Violence

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America’s Favorite Poison: Why Is No One Fighting Big Alcohol?

Olga Khazan writes: Occasionally, Elizabeth Bruenig unleashes a tweet for which she knows she’s sure to get dragged: She admits that she doesn’t drink…. You’re really missing out, they might say. Why would you deny yourself? As Bruenig sees it, however, there’s more to be gained than lost in abstaining. In fact, she supports stronger… Read More America’s Favorite Poison: Why Is No One Fighting Big Alcohol?

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