Canon law itself says for one case of guilt, a priest can be dismissed from the clerical state. One.

Most analysts would agree that if all the undocumented immigrants in California were deported in one day, our state would experience a severe economic downturn. This does not even consider the many cultural and spiritual gifts these immigrants bring to our state and nation.

The war on terrorism has made national security a legitimate concern, and a rising deficit, changes brought on by globalization and even the price of oil have thrown the nation's economic health into question.

We should embrace our immigrant roots and recognize that newcomers to our land are not part of the problem, they are part of the solution.

Immigration should be enforced in a proportional and humane manner.

We're not at a point in time to be taking chances with children and young people in the church. The Holy Father himself said... there is no room in the priesthood or religious life for someone who has abused a child. I think he's right.