‘Nuns on the Bus’ launch new nationwide tour ahead of midterms

Curated Religion News Service | October 9, 2018

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A progressive Catholic group is kicking off a new nun-led bus tour ahead of the midterm elections that organizers say is designed to “hold congressional Republicans accountable for their votes” on taxes and health care.

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