American Catholic bishops voted recently to put in place a mechanism for certifying theology professors at Catholic colleges and universities in order to reinforce regularity in teaching of Catholic religious thought. The plan also invloves other changes that some fear may place restrictions on academic and intellectual freedom. A panel talks about this reponse to the Pope’s 1990 plea to preserve the identity of Catholic institutions.
The Biden administration has released a proposal to raise standards in nursing homes. Why one expert calls it the most significant development for the industry in decades -- and why it might still not be enough.
Legal analyst Kimberly Wehle on the 14th Amendment and whether it can be used to keep Donald Trump off the ballot.
Diva Denyce Graves talks about her storied career and her new push to make opera more diverse -- and more relevant.
Another school year has begun. Diane talks to AP education reporter Bianca Vazquez Toness about the lingering effects of the pandemic on schools, students and learning.