Courageous stance

The following letter to the editor of the Scranton Times Tribune appeared on February 20, 2009:

Courageous stance

Editor:

Praise be to Jesus, who, if he was still in the tomb, would be rolling over at Bishop Martino’s rantings.

The Sisters of Mercy, Misericordia University, and the university’s Diversity Institute are to be commended for their courage to host speakers who present a plethora of perspectives. In recent days, right here in NEPA, we heard about court proceedings for individuals accused of killing a homosexual, and a racially motivated homicide.

It is hard to fathom that in the year 2009, prejudice and discrimination continue to mar our landscape. However, one need only look to the Diocese of Scranton, where its hierarchy has silenced and even banished individuals who do not march lockstep. Is this not an insidious form of discrimination?

I prefer to promote the opportunity for critical thinking, particularly in the world of academia. Kudos to Misericordia.

VICKY CASTAGNA
MADISON TWP.