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    Some See Plot To Create 'World Government' In Coronavirus Restrictions

    A manifesto by some prominent Catholic leaders alleges that some powers are using the coronavirus as a "pretext" to foment worldwide panic, restrict freedom and gain control over citizens.
    by Tom Gjelten May 08, 2020 1 minute
    A group of conservative Catholics suggests coronavirus social distancing measures lead to a "police state."

    The conservative argument that stay-at-home orders by government authorities reflect a dictatorial impulse seems to be gaining momentum.

    In the latest example, a promoted by conservative Catholics alleges that the Covid-19 pandemic is being used as a "pretext" to deprive

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