Santa Clara Law School to Honor Lesbian Leader

Comment: Another example of a Catholic college run amok. What kind of poorly formed conscience allows a head of a Catholic college to encourage the behavior described below? Given that the surrounding culture is extreme in its view of homosexuality, it is no surprise that a secular organization would reflect the decadence of the times. But the Church and its institutions needs to be a moral compass in all times and places. Given the actions of the local Church leads, there in little hope for action against this school unless alumni and donors act.

From Cardinal Newman Society:

Santa Clara University School of Law will honor lesbian activist Elizabeth Birch at a Celebration of Diversity Gala on Oct. 25. Birch is the former executive director of the Human Rights Campaign, the leading homosexual advocacy group.

A statement by the law school identified Birch as "one of the most recognized lesbian leaders in the country." In noting her accomplishments as an activist, dean Donald Polden said, "Ms. Birch serves as a role model for our students."

In a Feb. 24, 2005 appearance on Chris Matthews' Hardball show, Birch said, "I, for one, thank God every day that the pope cannot intervene and dictate the affairs of the United States."

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