Between Fr. Martin and Professor Bratton-Weiss, I am disturbed at the increasing furor of the ultra-right not just in our country, but within the Church.  I am more disturbed at the number of everyday Catholics who are justifying or shrugging their shoulders at these aggressive actions.  I don't see much difference between right wing Catholics and secular right wingers right now.  One bright spot is Chaput (didn't think I'd ever be saying that!), who twice this month has defied partisan politics to speak out on behalf of justice.  His actions are a reminder never to write anybody off.