Veterans Day honors all U.S. military veterans—past and present—for their service, sacrifice, and commitment to defending the nation. We observe it annually on November 11 to mark the treaty that ended World War I. Let’s take a look. How Did Veterans Day Become Reality? Veterans Day began as Armistice Day in 1919, commemorating the end of World War I on November 11, 1918. Here is the timeline for how the holiday evolved: November 11, 1918, marked the armistice between the... Read more
The government shutdown is in its thirty-ninth day with no end in sight. Congress has failed to work together and fulfill its duty to serve the people, placing America in a dangerous position. Let’s take a look. Where Are We with The Shutdown? As the shutdown extends into November, we are seeing increasing problems impacting the American people: Essential employees have not been paid since September. A growing number of essential employees, including Air Traffic Controllers, are calling out of... Read more
The temple as a source of life is the key theme for the readings this Sunday, November 9. The gospel reading is from the book of John. Let’s take a look. Gospel Text John 2:13-22 Since the Passover of the Jews was near, Jesus went up to Jerusalem. He found in the temple area those who sold oxen, sheep, and doves, as well as the money-changers seated there. He made a whip out of cords and drove them all out... Read more
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) denied Catholic clergy access to administer Communion to detainees at the Broadview ICE Detention Center near Chicago on All Saints Day, November 1, 2025. This was the second event at the ICE facility in Broadview, Illinois. Let’s take a look. What Happened at the ICE Facility in Broadview, Illinois, on All Saints Day? On November 1, All Saints Day, more than 2,000 people gathered outside the Broadview facility for a Mass organized by the Coalition... Read more
Due to the government shutdown, the SNAP program’s food stamps for more than forty-two million people will expire on November 1. Approximately twenty-two million households won’t receive the needed benefits to feed their families. How is this possible? Let’s take a look. What is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)? The SNAP program is the federal program that provides monthly food-purchasing assistance to low-income individuals and families across the United States. Formerly known as “food stamps,” SNAP is administered by... Read more
This Sunday, November 2, is All Souls’ Day. The readings share a profound message of divine love, redemptive suffering, and the promise of eternal life for those who trust in God. Catholics solemnly observe All Souls’ Day by praying for the souls of the faithful departed. Let’s take a look. Gospel Text – John 6:37-40 “Jesus said to the crowds: “Everything that the Father gives me will come to me, and I will not reject anyone who comes to me, because... Read more
Cashless bail reform has grown from a niche policy in the 1990s to a nationwide movement by 2025, with over 30 cities and multiple states adopting laws restricting or eliminating cash bail for many offenses. Violent offenders released on cashless bail have committed numerous violent crimes, prompting widespread reports and concern. Let’s take a look. What is Cashless Bail? Cashless bail—more accurately called bail reform—was designed to reduce pretrial detention based on wealth, not risk. The policy aimed to prevent... Read more
In 1996, online sports gambling became a reality. Since then, it has grown into a global, multi-billion-dollar industry driven by mobile technology, legislation, and the real-time features of most platforms today. In that time, we have also seen a dramatic increase in cases of gambling addiction, including cases involving children. Let’s take a look. Online Sports Gambling Timeline Online sports gambling started slowly and, with technological advances, exploded onto the scene, especially after 2018. In 2018, the U.S. Supreme Court... Read more
In this week’s gospel, from the book of Luke, Jesus teaches us to be humble of heart. This Sunday, October 26, is the Thirtieth Sunday of Ordinary Time. All of the readings this weekend speak of humility. Let’s take a look. Gospel Text – Luke 18:9-14 “Jesus addressed this parable to those who were convinced of their own righteousness and despised everyone else. “Two people went up to the temple area to pray; one was a Pharisee and the other... Read more
On October 1, the Trump Administration proposed the Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education to nine schools, with the remaining schools receiving the proposal on October 14. The compact offers universities access to substantial federal funding in exchange for adopting specific policies to reshape admissions, campus governance, and academic culture. Let’s take a look. What is the Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education? Inspired by recent campus unrest, the Trump Administration introduced the proposed Compact after many months of... Read more
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