Liberal at Catholic Univ. of St. Thomas says “No” to Pro-Life and “Yes” to Transgender Speakers -- Updated

The largest private university in Minn., the Univ. of St. Thomas, has refused to allow Star Parker, a pro-life black woman, to address students on campus about Planned Parenthood in a free and open presentation, even though the university web site claims the Univ. of St. Thomas "educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely and work skillfully to advance the common good."

A liberal administrator at the Catholic school, VP of Student Affairs, Jane Canney, is the gatekeeper who seems to be permitting extremist liberal points of view, but denying conservative opinions that are in keeping with Catholic teachings, even though St. Thomas is a dedicated and respected Catholic institution. School policy states that all points of view should be presented.

Update: To politely express concerns contact:

Jane Canney jwcanney@stthomas.edu
and Father Dease djdease@stthomas.edu
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  1. prolifenance4/10/08, 9:53 PM

    Pretty bad...What can we, the person in the pew, do about this?

    The Catholic University in San Antonio had Mrs. Clinton to speak. Lots of hulabaloo was raised and the Bishop protested, but the invitation was not rescinded and she still spoke there.

    It is easy to be appalled, and we know that we must NOT do nothing, but how can we be pro-active?

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  2. Jean Heimann4/10/08, 11:02 PM

    Here are my suggestions:

    1. Pray for the conversion of these Catholics-in-name only.

    2. Write to those in authority and politely express your concerns. This is especially effective if alumni write and complain,stating that they will withdraw their financial support to their alma mater unless they agree to stop hosting the immoral speaker(s).

    To politely express concerns contact:

    Jane Canney jwcanney@stthomas.edu
    and Father Dease djdease@stthomas.edu

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