Nov 3, 2021 | FAN, Press Releases
Immediate Release November 3, 2021 Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Republicans have blocked the possibility of a public floor debate on the John Lewis Voting Rights Amendment Act. Access to the vote is extremely important and the Franciscan Action Network is...
Oct 20, 2021 | FAN, Press Releases
October 20, 2021 WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Senate Republicans have once again blocked even beginning a public floor debate on the Freedom to Vote Act, making it clear that they support anti-voter legislation and partisan gerrymandering. Access to vote is too...
Oct 4, 2021 | Press Releases
October 4, 2021 Washington, D.C. – Michele Dunne, OFS has been named the executive director of The Franciscan Action Network (FAN), effective October 18, 2021. “All of the Board Members of FAN are happy to welcome Michele as our new executive director. Her range...
Sep 22, 2021 | FAN, Press Releases
Setpember 22, 2021 Washington, D.C. – Franciscan Action Network (FAN) is alarmed and dismayed by the inhumane treatment of Haitian migrants seeking refuge from deplorable conditions in Haiti. Our faith admonitions to “welcome the stranger,” “feed the hungry,”...
Aug 25, 2021 | FAN, Press Releases
Urges Senate to Act Immediately August 25, 2021 Washington, DC – “As Franciscans and Franciscan-hearted people, we believe that all human beings have dignity and worth and therefore all Americans should have equal access to the ballot box. The Franciscan Action...
May 13, 2021 | Peacemaking, Press Releases
May 13, 2021 Washington, DC – Franciscans know well the story of Francis of Assisi crossing the battle lines of the 5th crusade to begin to build a relationship with the Sultan of Egypt. The eventual friendship formed between the two and the effect each had on...
