The Francis Factor; Supreme Court and Prayers at Government Meetings; Pakistan Polio

The Francis Factor, Supreme Court and Prayer, Pakistan Polio Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly

Premiered October 04, 2013
The Francis Factor, Supreme Court and Prayer, Pakistan Polio

A panel at Georgetown University discusses the influence of Pope Francis six months after his election; correspondent Tim O'Brien examines a pending Supreme Court case over the constitutionality of prayers at government meetings; and correspondent Fred de Sam Lazaro reports on the significant challenges hindering polio eradication efforts in Pakistan.

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Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly

This acclaimed one-of-a-kind TV show examines religion's role and the ethical dimensions behind top news headlines. Hosted by veteran journalist Bob Abernethy.

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