The rule of international law, and even more, a basic commitment to human dignity, both demand something more than the meeting of terror with terror.

Throughout past two decades, America's editors have repeatedly called on political leaders to envision a future in which Israelis and Palestinians can flourish side by side.

During this coming election cycle, Americans (including Catholics) need to hear far more about the moral duty to protect the environment.

The United States needs to repent and believe. Until then, there will be no justice for immigrants, neither here nor in their home countries.

We must become a church that accompanies its people and is attuned to their hopes, doubts and lived experiences.

It is within our capacity to move beyond yet another national nightmare; it is in the best interests of us all to do so.