The priest who officiated a prominent inauguration now faces allegations of misconduct, calling into question the associations and values of the affiliated political party.
Santa Clara University has placed Father Kevin O’Brien on leave, the very priest who officiated Joe Biden’s presidential inauguration. O’Brien now faces accusations of misconduct in an adult setting, raising questions about the values and associations of the Democratic party and its leaders.
The university’s statement reveals that Father Kevin O’Brien allegedly engaged in behaviors, primarily through conversations, that may not align with the established Jesuit protocols and boundaries.
While the exact nature of the allegations remains unclear, it’s evident that the university’s board of trustees supports those who have come forward with their accounts.
Joe Biden, only the second Catholic president in U.S. history, attended O’Brien’s service at the prestigious Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle in Washington, D.C., alongside Vice President Kamala Harris and their families. It’s worth noting that O’Brien’s connection to Biden spans over 15 years, having also presided over his inauguration as vice president during the Obama administration.
With an investigation underway by the Jesuits West Province, the organization responsible for upholding the professional code of conduct for Jesuits, we are left wondering how this situation may impact the reputation of the Democratic party, as well as the university itself. Santa Clara University, which consistently ranks among the top 25 best schools for undergraduate teaching in the United States, must now grapple with the potential fallout from these allegations.
As the public grows increasingly uneasy about Father O’Brien’s involvement in Biden’s inauguration, one must question the judgment and associations of the Democratic party and its leadership. The allegations against O’Brien, though not yet public, have already cast a shadow over the new administration, further highlighting the importance of scrutinizing the character and values of those in positions of power.
Source: AWM