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Michael J. O’Loughlin
Michael J. O’Loughlin is national correspondent at America and author of Hidden Mercy: AIDS, Catholics, and the Untold Stories of Compassion in the Face of Fear.
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Articles by Michael J. O’Loughlin
Politics & SocietyDispatches
Catholic women call for expanded notion of "family values."
Michael J. O’Loughlin
The statement was signed by more than 70 women active in various Catholic ministries.
Politics & SocietyDispatches
Clinton, Trump trade jokes at Al Smith Catholic fundraiser in New York
Michael J. O’Loughlin
The candidates tried their best to inject some humor into the final stretch of a particularly rancorous campaign.
Cardinal-designate Joseph W. Tobin of Indianapolis speaks Oct. 14 at the University of Notre Dame. He discussed the history and current state of refugee resettlement in the United States. (CNS photo/Peter Ringenberg, University of Notre Dame)
FaithDispatches
Cardinal Joseph Tobin says it’s all about listening
Michael J. O’Loughlin
The archbishop discusses his experience with Catholic sisters, thoughts on communion for divorced and remarried Catholics and more.
FaithDispatches
New U.S. cardinal Tobin recalls clash with Trump running mate over Syrian refugees
Michael J. O’Loughlin
Tobin warns against "atmosphere of fear" in Notre Dame speech, says people of faith must fight unjust policies.
Politics & SocietyDispatches
Trump campaign pounces on Clinton advisor’s hacked email about Catholic conservatives
Michael J. O’Loughlin
“She did a big number on Catholics, a horrible number on Catholics...through her people,” Mr. Trump said.
A demonstration against the death penalty last February during the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress in Anaheim, Calif. (CNS photo/J.D. Long-Garcia, The Tidings)
Politics & SocietyDispatches
With abortion sidelined this election, some Catholics are turning to other life issues
Michael J. O’Loughlin
Some Catholics have turned their sights to other issues—euthanasia, death penalty—that are part of the church’s pro-life agenda.
Politics & SocietyDispatches
Catholic Republicans have mixed reactions to Trump’s crude talk
Michael J. O’Loughlin
President's power to pick next Supreme Court justices keep some Catholics on board the Trump campaign.
FaithDispatches
New cardinals signal a shift away from the U.S. culture wars
Michael J. O’Loughlin
The three U.S. cardinals named by the pope signal Francis is interested in building bridges and making the church a more welcoming place.
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during a town hall in Sandown, N.H., on Oct. 6. (AP Photo/ Evan Vucci)
Politics & SocietyDispatches
Trump reaches out to Catholic voters; a new poll suggests they’re listening
Michael J. O’Loughlin
Donald Trump is seeking to woo Catholics via a letter writing campaign.
People gather in Anaheim, Calif., for a demonstration against the death penalty Feb. 27 as part of the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress. (CNS photo/J.D. Long-Garcia, The Tidings)
Politics & SocietySigns Of the Times
Death Penalty on the Ropes?
Michael J. O’Loughlin
"We want to let Catholics all throughout the state know that the death penalty is not necessary to protect public safety," Tom Venzor, head of the Nebraska Catholic Conference, said at a press event on Sept. 29.