(One of) My Alma Maters

Xavier University, once again, proving that rigorous Jesuit skepticism is no match for ideological posturing:

"Republican presidential candidate John McCain to hold town hall meeting at Xavier on Thursday

Attendance at the event is by invitation only for undecided voters; extra tickets are not available
06/24/08

2008 Presidential Candidate Senator John McCain (R-AZ) will hold a town hall meeting at Xavier University on Thursday, June 26. Attendance at the Town Hall is by invitation only from Senator McCain. This is a pre-ticketed event with undecided voters. Extra tickets are not available.

Senator McCain’s staff approached Xavier earlier this week about using a campus building for the event. The senator was already scheduled to be in Cincinnati on Thursday for a private campaign finance reception and dinner.

Xavier is working with McCain’s staff to coordinate the event, but is not providing any financial support. All expenses will be paid for by McCain’s campaign. To be balanced, Xavier informed Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL) that McCain is using a space on campus for his event and would provide him with the same opportunity if he so chooses.

This event falls within Xavier’s commitment to the pursuit of knowledge and to the orderly discussion of issues confronting society. We are proud to serve as an educational and cultural resource for Cincinnati, our surrounding communities and, indeed, for the entire world into which our students will go to find their futures. "