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Many of CFC's published resources are available for purchase. Please select which items you would like to purchase below. If you are unable to find the publication you are looking for, please contact us and we will be happy to find it for you.
Special rates for bulk orders are available. If you require copies urgently, expedited or electronic delivery is often possible. Please either email us or call us at +1 (202) 986 6093. Thank you.
Truth & Consequence—A Look behind the Vatican’s Ban on Contraception (2008) - $15.00
On the eve of the pope's visit, Catholics for Choice released a publication examining the impact of 40 years of Humanae Vitae, the Vatican document that cemented the ban on contraception. Widely acknowledged as a defining moment in modern church history, Humanae Vitae became a source of great conflict and division in the church.
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In Good Conscience: Respecting the Beliefs of Health-Care Providers and the Needs of Patients (2007) - $5.00
This pamphlet has been written to give a brief overview of some of the key themes in the debate on refusal/conscience clauses: how conscience clauses evolved; Catholic teachings on conscience; and how the concept of conscience has been manipulated, especially within the context of reproductive health and rights.
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Democrats for Life: Not Prolife Democrats (2007) - $15.00
The past four decades have witnessed a profound shift in the political allegiances of the Catholic church from the Democratic Party to the Republican Party. It has also seen the emergence of “prolife” Democratic elected officials who claim to represent the authentic position of the church on life issues. This report examines the shifting allegiances of the Catholic hierarchy, as well as the self-proclaimed prolife Catholic Democrats who have served—or are serving—in the United States Congress.
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The Access Series
The Access Series provides researchers, students and interested parties with in depth studies and analyses of the impact of the Catholic health care restrictions and their lobby on the availability and provision of good reproductive health care in the US. |
Catholic HMOs and Reproductive Health Care (2000) - $5.00
This report documents the scope of the Catholic managed care plans, their relationship to Medicaid and Catholic health systems and hospitals, with a special focus on the resulting impact on access to reproductive care.
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Student Bodies: Reproductive Health Care at Catholic Universities (2002) - $0.00
An analysis of the provision of reproductive health care at Catholic universities. This report also provides information about health insurance coverage for employees and students of those colleges and a comparison with reproductive health care service provision in general. [Electronic Only]
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When Catholic and Non-Catholic Hospitals Merge: Reproductive Health Compromised (1998) - $0.00
A report tracking trends in the Catholic health care industry from 1996-97, including mergers, expansions and community response to attacked on reproductive health care. [Electronic only]
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Second Chance Denied: Emergency Contraception in Catholic Hospital Emergency Rooms (2002) - $10.00
An examination of the impact of the Religious and Ethical Directives, the bishops' guidelines for Catholic health care providers, on the availability of emergency contraception in Catholic hospitals. Conducted by Ibis Reproductive Health, this survey assessed whether Catholic emergency rooms provided EC at all, under what circumstances it was provided and if non-providing ERs would refer women to other providers who could deliver EC within the 72-hour period in which it is most likely to be effe
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You Can't Always Get What You Need: A Woman's Guide to Catholic Health Care (2003) - $10.00
A woman's guide to Catholic health care. You Can't Always Get What You Need provides information on the services provided and denied by Catholic hospitals, HMOs and other health care providers.
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Catholic Opinion Polls
CFC has conducted several polls charting the opinions of Catholics both domestically and abroad. The compiled information can be found in the following reports. |
Attitudes of Catholics on Reproductive Rights, Church-State & Related Issues: Three National Surveys in Bolivia, Colombia & Mexico (The Latin America Poll) (English) (2004) - $0.00
Three national surveys in Bolivia, Colombia and Mexico that reveal the attitudes of Catholics on priorities for the church, the role of the church in political affairs, sexual and reproductive health and rights, sexual abuse and more. [Electronic Only]
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Attitudes of Catholics on Reproductive Rights, Church-State & Related Issues: Three National Surveys in Bolivia, Colombia & Mexico (The Latin America Poll) (Spanish) (2004) - $5.00
The Latin American Poll in Spanish.
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Religion, Reproductive Health and Access to Services: A Poll by Belden Russonello Stewart (2000) - $5.00
A 2000 national survey on the views of American women conducted amidst a climate of takeovers and mergers of community and non-religious hospitals with Catholic institutions. Questions focus on the availability of reproductive health services, the extent and type of referrals and counseling given to patients, the filling of prescriptions and other aspects of health care that are impacted by religious dictates in medical settings.
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The View from Mainstream America: The Catholic Vote in 2004 (Executive Summary) (2004) - $5.00
The Executive Summary of the 2004 poll of Catholic voters in the US.
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The View from Mainstream America: The Catholic Vote in 2004 (Full Poll) (2004) - $10.00
The largest poll of American Catholic attitudes and positions on key election issues in 2004. More than 2200 Catholics, including an oversample of Hispanics, answered questions regarding the war in Iraq, national security, gay marriage, stem cell research, abortion, education, Medicaid and Social Security and the Catholic bishops' denial of communion and involvement in politics.
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A World View: Catholic Attitudes on Sexual Behavior and Reproductive Health (2003) - $10.00
An indispensable report that provides opinion data, demographical information and behaviors of Catholics from dozens of countries around the world. While the institutional Roman Catholic churchùat the global, national and local levelsùexerts substantial influence on public policy and even medical practices in reproductive health, the data reveal that the policies advocated by the pope and bishops do not reflect the diversity of attitudes and practices among Catholic people themselves. On contrac
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The Facts Tell the Story: Catholics and Choice (2006) - $0.00
How do Catholics feel about abortion? This brochure gives a quick but comprehensive sampling of the most up to date public opinion data available and shows that the majority of Catholics support the right to choose.
*For bulk rates contact Catholics for a Free Choice at cffc@catholicsforchoice.org
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The Facts Tell the Story: Catholics and Contraception (2006) - $0.00
Do Catholics support the use of contraception? This brochure surveys public opinion data and polls to show that Catholics practice and support the use of contraception at the same rates as non-Catholics.
*For bulk rates contact Catholics for a Free Choice at cffc@catholicsforchoice.org
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Catholic Attitudes on Condoms in the Prevention of HIV and AIDS (2007) - $5.00
As public health campaigns focus on condom use as a key to preventing HIV/ AIDS transmission, the Vatican maintains steadfast opposition to the use of condoms for any reason. In anticipation of World AIDS Day, Catholics for Choice asked Belden Russonello & Stewart to conduct an international poll of Catholics to determine their attitudes toward condoms and AIDS. BRS surveyed Catholics over 18 in Ghana, Ireland, Mexico, the Philippines, and the United States.
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Catholic Health Care State Reports
An in-depth report series that reveals the activities of and developments within the Catholic health industry and lobby, as well as state-specific reproductive health issues and initiatives. |
Catholic Health Care Update: The Facts about Catholic Health Care (2005) - $5.00
This 2005 report provides updated answers to important questions about the current climate of Catholic health care, including information on Catholic hospitals, HMOs and health services for women
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Catholic Health Care State Reports: California Update (2003) - $5.00
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Catholic Health Care State Reports: Illinois (2005) - $5.00
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Catholic Health Care State Reports: Massachusetts (2003) - $5.00
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Catholic Health Care State Reports: Michigan (2003) - $5.00
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Catholic Health Care State Reports: New York (2003) - $5.00
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Catholic Health Care State Reports: Texas (2004) - $5.00
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Catholic Health Care State Reports: Wisconsin (2002) - $5.00
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Complying with the Law?: How Catholic Hospitals Respond to State Laws Mandating the Provision of Emergency Contraception to Sexual Assault Patients (2006) - $10.00
The follow up to 2002's Second Chance Denied, Complying with the Law? Looks at 4 states with "EC in the ER"-type laws and investigates whether or not Catholic hospitals are complying with - or violating - those laws.
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Catholic Health Care State Reports: Maryland (2006) - $5.00
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Conservative Catholic Influence in Europe Series
The Conservative Catholic Influence in Europe series is comprised of investigative fact sheets that expose the positions and alliances of some of the more aggressive opponents of reproductive health and rights throughout Europe. |
Conservative Catholic Influence in Europe: Anna Zaborska (2004) - $5.00
[Electronic Only]
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Conservative Catholic Influence in Europe: Catholic Action Group (2005) - $5.00
[Electronic only]
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Conservative Catholic Influence in Europe: Opus Dei (1997) - $5.00
[Electronic only]
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Conservative Catholic Influence in Europe: Rocco Buttiglione (2004) - $5.00
[Electronic only]
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Conservative Catholic Influence in Europe: World Youth Alliance (2005) - $5.00
[Electronic only]
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Notes on Canon Law
The Notes on Canon Law series educates individuals about what the Catholic church's Code of Canon Law really says, with a focus on its practical implications on the lives of Catholics. |
Notes on Canon Law #1: Catholics and Abortion (2004) - $5.00
From our popular Notes on Canon Law series, a brief and straightforward analysis of what the Catholic church's canon law says about abortion and what it means for the rights of prochoice Catholics.
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Notes on Canon Law #2: Rights in the Church (2006) - $5.00
Can divorced and remarried Catholics receive communion? Can a prochoice Catholic politician be turned away from the altar? Do parishioners have a right to know how the pastor and bishop are spending their contributions? The most recent release of the Notes on Canon Law series, Rights in the Church clearly and consicely makes clear what rights Catholics have under canon law.
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Shadow Reports on the Clergy Sex Abuse Crisis
Since 2002, CFC has partnered with national-level child rights organizations and progressive Catholic reform groups to produce and submit Shadow Reports to the Committee on the Rights of the Child during their examination of the periodic reports submitted by various States Parties. |
The Holy See and the Convention on the Rights of the Child: A Shadow Report (2002) - $5.00
After CFFC presented a preliminary report on the worldwide pattern of sexual abuse of children and adolescents by Catholic clergy and religious to the committee on the Rights of the Child at the UN, the Committee invited CFFC to develop this report to detail the Holy See's compliance as a signatory to the Convention on the Rights of the Child. The report delineates how the Holy See is skirting the Convention and what action steps need to be taken immediately.
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Catholic Theology and Reproductive Choices
These publications explore Catholic theology and doctrine surrounding choice, abortion, and contraception. |
Life Choices: Toward a Catholic Theology of Reproductive Options (2004) - $10.00
Catholic theologian Anthony Padovano's book that is, according to the Catholic New Times, ""a calm, gracious and analytical voice setting out some ideas on one of the contentious moral issues of our time, a woman's right to terminate a pregnancy.
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Reflections of a Catholic Theologian Visiting an Abortion Clinic (2000) - $3.00
Catholic theologian Daniel McGuire exploes his thoughts, feelings and reactions upon visiting a women's health clinic.
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You are Not Alone: Information for Catholic Women on the Abortion Decision (2000) - $3.00
One of CFFC's most popular publications, this guide for Catholic women considering the abortion decision provides information, valuable advice and answers to difficult questions.
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A Matter of Conscience: Catholics on Contraception Brochure (2000) - $0.00 Free - S/H Only
Prominent Catholics explain their support for contraception.
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Truth & Consequence—A Look behind the Vatican’s Ban on Contraception (2008) - $15.00
On the eve of the pope's visit, Catholics for Choice released a publication examining the impact of 40 years of Humanae Vitae, the Vatican document that cemented the ban on contraception. Widely acknowledged as a defining moment in modern church history, Humanae Vitae became a source of great conflict and division in the church.
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United Nations and International Issues
CFC has long been a vocal critic of the Vatican's privileged place in international governing bodies. These publications deal with the Vatican's influence at the United Nations and in regards to other international issues. |
Bad Faith at the UN: A Report (2001) - $5.00
An extensive report examining the history, activities and finances of the Catholic Family and Human Rights Institute, an anti-reproductive rights Catholic organization that lobbies at the UN, and its founder Austin Ruse.
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Bad Faith Makes Bad Politics: A Report (2004) - $10.00
An investigative report detailing the expansion of the Culture of Life Foundation and its link to the Catholic Family and Human Rights Institute (C-Fam) under the guidance of Austin Ruse. [Electronic Only]
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The Catholic Church at the United Nations: Church or State? (2001) - $5.00
An analysis of the special role granted to the Holy See at the UN and the church's influence on international policy.
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Catholic Voices on the Rights of Women in Africa (2003) - $5.00
Highlights the common ground between the Beijing conference Platform for Action and Catholic social teaching in several key areas. Recommendations include informing Catholics and other individuals about what they can do to challenge the church and society to ensure that the human rights of women and girls are realized.
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Preserving Power and Privilege: the Vatican's Agenda in the European Union (2003) - $10.00
This investigative report exposes the truth about the Roman Catholic church's activities in the European Union. Issues such as the European Constitution, abortion, the family and the future of religious freedom in the European Union are discussed as elements of the Holy See's European plans.
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Religion and Public Policy at the UN (2002) - $5.00
A comprehensive report based on research, case studies and analysis by the Religion Counts project to make clear the role of religion at the United Nations and its world forums.
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The United Nations Population Fund in China: A Catalyst for Change (2003) - $10.00
In 2003, CFFC sent an interfaith delegation to china to investigate claims that the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) was participating in coercive practices regarding reproductive health choices. This report details their findings and makes the case that not only in UNFPA not participating in coercion, but in counties where there is a UNFPA presence, women's reproductive health and freedom has dramatically improved.
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Opposition Notes
The Opposition Notes series consists of reports on the dubious - and sometimes illegal - activities of antichoice organizations. |
Bad Faith at the UN: A Report (1997) - $5.00
An extensive report examining the history, activities and finances of the Catholic Family and Human Rights Institute, an anti-reproductive rights Catholic organization that lobbies at the UN, and its founder Austin Ruse.
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Bad Faith Makes Bad Politics: A Report (2004) - $10.00
An investigative report detailing the expansion of the Culture of Life Foundation and its link to the Catholic Family and Human Rights Institute (C-Fam) under the guidance of Austin Ruse. [Electronic Only]
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Catholic Answers: Scorning Man's Laws, Twisting God's (2006) - $10.00
In spite of an IRS investigation into its electoral activity, Catholic Answers and its newly minted offshoot, Catholic Answers Action, are continuing to ignore federal rules governing political activity by nonprofits. Worse, they are encouraging other unknowing nonprofits and churches to join them in their legally questionable actions. This latest edition in CFFC’s Opposition Notes Series examines how Catholic Answers has consistently resisted IRS rules and abused its tax-exempt status in promo
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Faithless Politics: Priests for Life Defies Constitution and Conscience (2006) - $10.00
Priests for Life national director Frank Pavone has spent more than 15 years trying vainly to grow his Catholic antichoice group into the mass clerical movement envisioned in its rhetoric, only to find himself banished to a Texan wasteland. This report examines how PFL’s electioneering and unwavering loyalties to Republican conservative positions appear at times to outweigh its obedience to the Vatican, and certainly contravene directly Internal Revenue Service guidelines on such activity by tax
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The American Life League: More Interested in Making a Statement Than Making a Difference (2006) - $10.00
The American Life League is on the right wing of the antichoice movement, marginalized and isolated even among ostensible allies. Although ALL has made many ambitious statements of intent since it was founded some 25 years ago, it has failed to deliver on many of its promises and has attracted sharp criticism for apparent financial missteps.
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Sex in the HIV/AIDS Era (2004) - $3.00
The Condoms4Life campaign's popular brochure designed for at-risk Catholics who are struggling with questions around faith and conscience, sexuality and the use of condoms for HIV/AIDS prevention, as well as health care providers who encounter these issues.
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