IJR News — today's news from every sideNicole Hardy Honoring this pope now feels like a timely reminder that faith and the founding principles can still speak to each other. Nicole Hardy Hearing the first US-born pope defend the early documents gives me some hope for civic discussions. Jared Kim The timing feels right, linking the pope's message directly to what makes this country distinct. Sam Okafor This award timing with the anniversary might help remind people why those early documents still matter today.