ByDorothy Day
Summary: Discusses the objection that the Catholic Worker has made pacifism a precept, not a counsel like poverty, chastity, and obedience. Explains that the counsels are the means to the end to which all are obliged to aim, which is perfection. Says over emphasis on authority leads to totalitarianism. Violent means will not bring forth an end result of peace. (DDLW #220) The Catholic Worker, Dec 1942, pp. 1, 6.
ByDorothy Day
Summary: Decries the internment and relocation of Japanese Americans during World War II in concentration camps as unjust, and laments the attitudes justifying the action. Describes the dire living conditions and indignity suffered by the victims of internment. (DDLW #218) The Catholic Worker, Jun 1942, pp. 1, 3.
ByDorothy Day
Summary: Expresses a joyful heart despite the world war Reports on the effects of the war on the West Coast, lamenting the pervasive militarization. Recounts visits to friends and bishops in the West and reports on the activities of Catholic Workers on the West Coast, including Houses of Hospitality in Seattle, Sacramento, and Los Angeles. (DDLW #217) The Catholic Worker, Jun 1942, pp. 1, 4, 6.
