News & Commentary
Catholics lament voter rejection of school choice initiatives in 3 states
OSV News
November 7, 2024
Proposed school choice initiatives in three states — Colorado, Kentucky and Nebraska — appear to have been defeated at the ballot box in the Nov. 5 general election.
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US bishops’ conference president calls for prayer, unity following the 2024 election
OSV News
November 6, 2024
The president of the USCCB is calling for prayer and unity, following the nation's general election.
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Marist polls Rust Belt; election aftermath worries; bishops back faithful voting
OSV News
November 5, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris has a slight lead over former President Donald Trump in all three Rust Belt swing states, a new Marist Poll found.
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The ‘month of the dead’ brings its own strange refreshment
OSV News
November 4, 2024
Those of us who have experienced the death of a loved one, even if we believe that she or he has gone to a better place, still find ourselves struggling with the parting. It's hard to let go.
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Albany Diocese hosts US premiere of ‘Groomed,’ written and performed by abuse survivor
OSV News
November 1, 2024
An award-winning, one-man play that made its U.S. public premiere in the Diocese of Albany was a breakthrough event, but not for reasons one might associate with a night at the theater.
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Much-courted Catholic vote expected to be narrowly divided on Election Day
OSV News
October 31, 2024
Catholic voters are among the key constituencies that candidates are seeking to win in 2024, as surveys and analysts indicate they are on track to be closely divided at the polls.
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Migrants, refugees, victims of war have a right to education, pope says