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The
Survivors Network of
those Abused by Priests
SNAP Press
Statement
Statement
Regarding Chicago Priest Daniel
McCormack Charged with Abuse
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 24, 2006
Statement by Mike Fenske of Oak Park
Local Leader Chicago SNAP, the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests
"For seven months, dozens of innocent kids were at risk of being
molested because Catholic officials continue to value their reputations
over their flock.
Why in God's name wouldn't Cardinal George err on the side of children's
safety? After all the scandal and pain and shame Chicago Catholics have
had to endure, why does he continue to side with his employees over our
children?
Almost four years ago, under intense public criticism, bishops pledged
to remove accused abusive priests quickly and openly. Cardinal George
has violated both of those promises.
Catholic officials seem to conveniently but tragically overlook one simple
fact: that it's easier for one powerful adult to repair his reputation
than it is for dozens of innocent kids to repair their devastated lives
and hearts."
CONTACT
David Clohessy of St. Louis, SNAP National Director (314) 566-9790 cell
Barbara Blaine of Chicago, SNAP Founder and President (312) 399 4747 cell
Mike Fenske of Oak Park, SNAP Chicago Local Leader, (630) 660 8065 cell
Barbara Dorris of St. Louis, SNAP National Outreach Director (314) 862
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Survivors Network
of those Abused by Priests
www.snapnetwork.org
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