Thursday, June 12, 2008

Statement on Decision to Keep Dorothy Day Center Open During 2008 Republican National Convention

SAINT PAUL, Minn. - Maria Cino, President and CEO of the 2008 Republican National Convention today issued the following statement of support for the decision by Catholic Charities of Saint Paul and Minneapolis to keep the Dorothy Day Center open during the 2008 Republican National Convention:

"Since arriving in Minneapolis-Saint Paul, the convention staff has committed itself to giving back and making a difference in our host communities through our American Neighbor Volunteer Program. As part of our efforts, we volunteer several days each month serving meals to homeless and impoverished people at the Dorothy Day Center. We applaud Catholic Charities’ decision to keep the Dorothy Day Center open during the 2008 Republican National Convention, and we call on all who can to join us in volunteering for this vital community program.”

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