John Horvat II 
Steven Spielberg’s Disclosure Day comes at a strange time in America’s history. As the nation nears the 250th anniversary of its birth, it faces polarization, not unity, recriminations, not celebration. The worst thing is that there seems to be no human way out of this mess. People are grasping for desperate solutions. … Read more
One is struck by the great diversity of topics in Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical, Magnifica humanitas. Mention of human dignity, dehumanization, just war theory, social justice and transhumanism are significant yet abstract subjects. They are very theoretical and do not address how AI affects the lives of Catholics in the real … Read more
Many classes have come and gone over the years, but the one thing that stands out about the Class of 2026 is that it stands out. Some defining characteristics of the stand out class of 2026 make it different and special. Of course, not all Gen Z graduates stand out; most do … Read more
Most people think of nationalism in political or cultural terms. They define it simply as citizens making their country their primary focus. But nationalism has other manifestations. Focusing on the nation can lead to economic policies that prioritize protecting and leveraging national resources. The tariff, for example, is one measure nations use … Read more
This article is the third part of a series about AI. The first article can be found here. Enthusiastic supporters of Artificial Intelligence (AI) are particularly impressed by the amount of knowledge that AI apps seem to have. They are convinced that the apps know everything. All one has to do is … Read more
This article is the second part of a series about AI. The third article can be found here. The promoters of Artificial Intelligence (AI) like to portray it as a tool for navigating our increasingly hectic and complex world. The data-crunching apps help users organize, create and make sense out of things. … Read more
As the number of adult baptisms grows, many Catholics rejoice in the prospect of what is being called a quiet revival. It is a cause of great hope to see so many young people eager to learn more about the Faith. It is also a cause of great mystery. The bishops have … Read more
This article is the first part of a series about AI. The next article can be found here. For a long time, I have struggled with how to deal with AI. There are some very valid objections circulating about the new medium, especially as it pertains to minors. But somehow this discussion … Read more
A debate is raging around some Christian rhetoric circulating among conservatives. Liberal critics are saying that right-wing extremists have weaponized particular Christian phrases, which everyone should therefore avoid. The phrase now in the national spotlight is “Christ is King!” The liberal media say that the mere mention of this expression signals Christian … Read more
Holy Week ceremonies in Spain are famous worldwide for their beauty and splendor. Every year, magnificent floats with figures from the Passion are carried through the streets of Spain, accompanied by music, prayer and a love of tradition. The modern secular world has always had a problem with this display of popular … Read more