David M. Perry

David M. Perry is an associate professor of history at Dominican University in Illinois. He has also written for CNN.com and the Chronicle of Higher Education.

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The Cardinal and the Prime Minister

The Cardinal and the Prime Minister

Cardinal O'Malley's boycott over a commencement speaker's pro-choice position exposes inconsistencies in the way the Catholic Church is responding to those who break with its teachings. More »

What the Name 'Francis' Means for the Modern Church

What the Name 'Francis' Means for the Modern Church

The new pope's namesakes traveled and preached, but they also listened. Will the new pontiff emulate the two most famous Francises in Catholic history? More »

How History Can Help Us Predict the Next Pope

How History Can Help Us Predict the Next Pope

Why a slow election might mean a dark-horse candidate, and other clues from past conclaves. More »

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