Articles written by Linda DeMerle

Autumn is a time of many Catholic celebrations: the Feast Days of St. Michael and St. Gabriel, the Guardian Angels and St Francis of Assisi, and Respect Life Sunday.

Sep 29, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

All eyes will be on President Obama next Wednesday as he tries to resurrect healthcare reform in a prime time address before a joint session of a fractured Congress.

Sep 3, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

Nonpartisan Factcheck.org says "as for the house bill as it stands now, it's a matter of fact that it would allow both a 'public plan' and newly subsidized private plan."

Aug 26, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

The new Gallup Poll reports that Americans do not believe that President Obama will honor the commitment he made not to raise federal income taxes.

Aug 24, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

With healthcare reform under attack from Democrats as well as Republicans, President Obama tries a live radio broadcast to reach Americans.

Aug 21, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

No common ground among Democrats as President Obama faces opposition from liberals warning that his shift may endanger passage of major healthcare reform in Congress.

Aug 19, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

President Obama steps back on health care reform as he faces skepticism and debate zeroes in on whether or not the U.S. government will offer a public insurance option.

Aug 19, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

As town hall meetings address health care reform, anger boils over and the AARP clarifies after the President's statement in New Hampshire regarding their support.

Aug 12, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

Former U.S. President Bill Clinton has met with North Korean leader Kim Jong-Il during an unannounced visit resulting in the pardon of two U.S. reporters.

Aug 4, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

A New York Times interview with Ruth Bader Ginsberg captures the justice's thoughts on Sotomayor and on Roe V. Wade.

Jul 15, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

President of the United States Barack Obama and Pope Benedict XVI met for the first time at the Vatican, Friday afternoon, July 20.

Jul 11, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

Suspect arrested in connection with this morning's fatal shooting of Dr. George Tiller, one of only three remaining doctors performing abortions after viability.

Jun 1, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

A Merriam, Kansas man was apprehended and detained as a suspect in the Sunday morning killing of Dr. George Tiller at Reformation Lutheran Church in Wichita, Kansas.

Jun 1, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

A Gallup poll reported on May 15th that for the first time since the question has been asked in 1995, a majority of Americans refer to themselves as "pro-life."

May 23, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

President Barack Obama was met with a mix of reactions as he appeared at Notre Dame University's commencement ceremony.

May 19, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

Amid national debate, alumni backlash and a wide range or protesters, Fr. Jenkins explains ND's decision and praises Notre Dame students.

May 14, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

Nearly two months of bitter controversy over the Notre Dame's invitation to President Barack Obama's speech is culminating with ND Seniors boycotting commencement.

May 13, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

For nearly two months, Notre Dame University has endured escalating controversy over President Obama's invitation to speak at commencement and receive an honorary degree.

May 12, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

A Hileah, Florida woman faces criminal charges after allegedly putting a live newborn in a biohazard bag containing bleach solution and throwing it in the trash.

Mar 4, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

While other Cabinet nominees have dropped out, Gregg was the first to do so as protest. The White House regrets Gregg's "change of heart."

Feb 13, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

A lawsuit filed January 27, 2009 in Miami by the Thomas More Society alleges the murder of a newborn, Shanice Denise Osbourne.

Feb 3, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

Latin American leaders criticize the President's reversal of the Mexico City Policy, a threat to laws protecting unborn human life as Pro-life activists realign.

Jan 30, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

Already provoking pro-lifers by lifting the Mexico City policy, President Obama asked for removal of Planned Parenthood's "bailout" as pro-life activists celebrated.

Jan 29, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

On the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, January 22, also known as March for Life Day, President Obama was expected to overturn the ban on taxpayer-funded foreign abortions.

Jan 26, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

On the steps of the Capitol, Barack Hussein Obama laid his hand on Abraham Lincoln's bible and was sworn in as the first African-American President of the United States.

Jan 21, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

Globally, 1 of every 6 persons is a Catholic, Zenit news reports. The largest Christian church and organized religious institution is made up of 1.1 billion worshipers.

Jan 9, 2009 - Linda DeMerle

Catholics observe Advent, Latin for "to come to," which is the custom of preparation for the arrival of Christ as the liturgical year begins.

Dec 16, 2008 - Linda DeMerle