New Notre Dame law dean backed Obama, other pro-abortion candidates
April 02, 2009
Nell Jessup Newton, the new Joseph A. Matson Dean of the University of Notre Dame Law School, has donated to the campaigns of President Barack Obama, presidential candidate John Kerry, and other pro-abortion candidates, according to Federal Election Commission records. “In Nell Newton, Notre Dame has gained a superb scholar, a proven academic leader, and a person deeply committed to the University’s mission,” said the university’s president, Father John Jenkins, CSC. “She will help us continue and deepen education and research in our law school, and I am delighted to welcome her to Notre Dame.” Candidates supported by Newton include Jackie Speier, who was endorsed by the pro-choice organization Emily’s List; Susan Longley, an openly lesbian Maine legislator who played a key role in halting pro-life initiatives; and Connecticut Sen. Chris Dodd. According to Federal Election Commission records, Ms. Newton has made $7,550 in contributions to recent campaigns:
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Further information:
- Newton named dean of Notre Dame Law School (University of Notre Dame)
- Notre Dame Appoints New Law School Dean Who Donated to Pro-Abortion Obama (LifeNews.com)
- Federal Election Commission
- EMILY's List Announces Endorsement of Jackie Speier for California's 12th Congressional District
- Gay Vote May Decide Outcome of Maine Primary (WEnews, 2002)
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