Afternoon Links — 10.7.10

Robin of Berkeley reports on the deep hatred for God in Berkeley, California .

Catholic journalists try to explain to Vatican officials the nature of communication today .

Michele Obama claims that the president carries a picture of Mary Help of Christians in his wallet.

The Catholic theologian William May discusses the morality of IUI or “Intrauterine Insemination” , on which, he notes, the Church’s Magiterium has not yet ruled.

Princeton professor David A. Bell suggests that political columnists think America’s declining, but maybe they are .

An urban farmer discusses her chicken’s $300 vet bill .

Christianitty Today reports that 18% of Americans believe Obama is a Muslim and then show what else 18% of Americans believe .

Thanks to Judy Warner and Mary Ellen Kelly for links.