Catholic Democrats

Democrat captures public imagination in LA-06 Congressional race

State Representative Don Cazayoux made national headlines May 3 when he won a special election in Louisiana's 6th Congressional District, in the Baton Rouge area. His opponent, former state lawmaker Woody Jenkins, was best known for his close race against...

Posted by Catholic Democrats Staff on May 6, 2008 at 1:09 PM

Jindal as McCain's running mate?

WASHINGTON -- Is America ready for an Asian American Vice President? This idea may not be as farfetched as some may think. Take it from Rush Limbaugh, the country's most-listened-to political commentator and highly respected thinker in the country's conservative...

Posted by Catholic Democrats Staff on April 19, 2008 at 10:26 AM

Obama won Catholics in Louisiana, but can he win their hearts nationally?

Up through Super Tuesday, Catholic voters were strong supporters of Hillary Clinton in the Democratic primaries. The Catholic vote helped her win in New Hampshire, New York, New Jersey, California, Arizona, and New Mexico. In these states she won the...

Posted by Catholic Democrats Staff on March 10, 2008 at 5:16 PM

Book ban poses problem for religion

For years conservatives have complained about the efforts of the American Civil Liberties Union and other groups to rid the public square of religion. Every December, Bill O'Reilly devotes a few segments to the "War on Christmas." In Louisiana, the...

Posted by Catholic Democrats Staff on December 7, 2007 at 9:02 PM

Aid for Katrina relief in affected schools is criticized by other politicians.

Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass.), long a champion of liberal causes, has infuriated longtime allies by introducing what advocacy groups are deriding as a voucher measure to assist Catholic schools in Louisiana. The bill, which was introduced in the Senate yesterday,...

Posted by Catholic Democrats Staff on December 7, 2007 at 9:01 PM

Catholic Charities reach out to Katrina victims

Every day, teams of counselors and social workers with Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New Orleans visit hurricane-devastated neighborhoods and go door-to-door asking people simple questions related to complex problems. Behind every door is a Katrina survivor with his...

Posted by Catholic Democrats Staff on December 7, 2007 at 8:59 PM