In advance of the papal visit this evening, ten-foot high fences have been erected around St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The idea is to keep out those who are not authorized to enter and those who might pose a danger. What a concept.
At his historic address to Congress this morning, Pope Francis urged the United States to be more welcoming of illegal immigrants. “Let us remember the golden rule,” said the pontiff, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.”