Articles by Michelle La Rosa
Exit poll reductions not likely to lessen Catholic vote impact
Oct 19, 2012 / 00:56 amA decision to reduce the number of states included in exit polls after the 2012 presidential election is not expected to detract from the importance attached to the Catholic vote or future efforts by candidates to attract Catholics as a group.
Federal appeals court rules against Defense of Marriage Act
Oct 18, 2012 / 16:30 pmA federal appeals court struck down a key portion of the federal Defense of Marriage Act in a New York case, renewing calls for the U.S. Supreme Court to consider the issue of “same-sex marriage.”
In tight presidential race, social issues could have an impact
Oct 17, 2012 / 13:05 pmIn an election year that continues to be dominated by economic concerns, one public policy analyst believes that social issues could still play an important role in November.
Catholic women tell how they found freedom in Church teaching
Oct 17, 2012 / 03:06 amA new book written by Catholic women describes personal journeys of discovering that although Church teaching on important issues can be difficult and countercultural, it offers truth, peace and ultimate freedom.
Doctors urge court to consider fetal pain in Ariz. abortion law
Oct 17, 2012 / 01:06 amA group of doctors called on an appeals court to consider the ability of a fetus to feel pain in examining an Arizona law preventing abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Archbishop Lori says attacks on life, liberty directly linked
Oct 15, 2012 / 15:09 pmThere is an inherent connection between the right to life and liberty, said Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore, and the faithful must be vigilant in defending against secularist attacks on both.
Former NHL referee recalls how God changed his heart
Oct 14, 2012 / 15:54 pmLegendary referee Kerry Fraser is known for his trademark hairstyle and holds the record for most National Hockey League games called. However, Fraser’s life was most deeply touched by a different kind of call – one that led to his conversion to the Catholic faith.
Analysts say Biden's abortion stance leaves reality behind
Oct 12, 2012 / 13:07 pmU.S. Vice President Joe Biden’s profession that he is personally opposed to abortion while supporting its legalization fails to acknowledge the life-taking reality of abortion, said critics including a prominent Notre Dame law professor.
Bishops say Biden made 'inaccurate' mandate statement
Oct 12, 2012 / 09:57 amThe U.S. bishops criticized Vice President Joe Biden for an “inaccurate statement of fact” about the HHS mandate’s impact on religious institutions during last night’s vice presidential debate.
Many Catholics considering religious vocations, study finds
Oct 11, 2012 / 03:01 amA new report shows that while a significant number of Catholics are considering religious vocations, more education and outreach are needed to foster encouragement, especially among Latino populations.
Romney reaffirms pro-life commitment after controversy
Oct 10, 2012 / 15:23 pmRepublican presidential candidate Mitt Romney reiterated his pro-life views after he made a statement in an interview that sparked concern about his dedication to protecting the unborn.
With over 100 plaintiffs, lawyers for mandate objectors are hopeful
Oct 10, 2012 / 03:00 amAs the number of plaintiffs suing over the controversial HHS mandate reaches 100, a leading religious freedom legal group is hopeful about the outcome of the cases.
First religious freedom caucuses launch in nine states
Oct 9, 2012 / 23:02 pmA group of more than 120 bipartisan state legislators have created caucuses in nine states to address threats to religious liberty and learn from the experiences of other lawmakers.
Year of Faith chance to deepen love for Christ through sacraments
Oct 9, 2012 / 11:03 amThe head of the U.S. bishops' catechesis and evangelization committee has called upon Catholics to draw closer to Christ by deepening their understanding of the sacraments during the Year of Faith.
Dutch leaders urged to investigate child trafficking case
Oct 7, 2012 / 17:04 pmWitnesses at an Oct. 4 Helsinki Commission briefing called for increased pressure on the Dutch government to look into numerous sexual abuse accusations against a high ranking government official.
Presidential debate reflects Catholic concerns over economy
Oct 4, 2012 / 16:38 pmEconomic issues dominated the discussion at the first presidential debate of the election season, reflecting the widespread concern among Catholics, along with other American voters, about the national economy.
Christian Bible publisher sues over HHS mandate
Oct 3, 2012 / 16:03 pmA Christian Bible publisher has become the latest of nearly 100 plaintiffs to file a lawsuit challenging the federal contraception mandate over religious liberty violations.
Obama campaign accused of calls targeting Romney's Mormon faith
Oct 3, 2012 / 14:55 pmPresident Barack Obama's re-election campaign has drawn criticism amid allegations that its members have been making bigoted election calls to Catholics attacking the Mormon faith.
NY bishops say government, private charities should ease poverty
Oct 3, 2012 / 01:03 amChurch leaders in New York called for continued efforts by both government and private charities to address high levels of poverty while respecting the human dignity of the poor.
Former abortion clinic workers detail conversion stories
Sep 29, 2012 / 16:03 pmAt a recent conference in Illinois, former abortion workers told the stories of the work that they once thought was helping women, and how they were converted to the pro-life position.