Economic Justice

Food Security/Insecurity in the World and the MDGs

The lack of food security for much of the world's population is slowing down progress toward the Millenium Development Goals. Catholic Social Teaching, particularly statements by Pope John Paul II,...
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The Coalition of Immokalee Workers vs. Taco Bell

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Advocacy Groups and Shareholders for Fair Trade Coffee

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Crescent City Farmers Market, Loyola University New Orleans

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Georgetown University's Anti-Sweatshop Campaign

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Poverty, Post-Katrina: Who Can Rebuild?

The devastation of Katrina is still a problem in the U.S., especially for those in poverty. A comparison of two families from New Orleans, one upper-middle class, and one among the "working...
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A CST Perspective on Who Makes Decisions on the Food We Eat

A two-page Food for Thought resource asks questions about who regulates the food business in the U.S. and reminds us of the need to focus on the common good.

Food Policy from a Faith Perspective

This four page handout/bulletin insert uses interfaith principles to reflect on the importance of ensuring that the U.S. Farm Bill is focused on ending hunger and improving access to food to everyone...
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CAFTA and Catholic Social Teaching

What have the U.S. Bishops said about CAFTA? This fact sheet summarizes their concerns about the Central American Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA).

The Central American Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA)

This fact sheet highlights the main concerns about the Central American Free Trade Agreement and answers the questions, "What factors are needed for the development of countries in...
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Economic Justice for All

This resource provides an overview and outline of Economic Justice for All and highlights important quotes and themes from the U.S. Catholic Bishops' document, Economic Justice for All.

Social Security Reform from a Scriptural Perspective

Jim Wallis from Sojourners offers this reflection on social security reform from a biblical perspective.