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Civil & Human Rights

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Patricia A. McGuire, President, Trinity Washington University
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Patricia A. McGuire, President, Trinity Washington University
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Feb
16
2026

A Government Without Newspapers

A government without newspapers is tyranny. We the People must do more to reinvigorate the role of a free and vibrant press to support accountability in government and sustain our rights and freedoms.

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Feb
07
2026

Racist Tropes and Hard American Truths

The contemptible racism of the president of this nation must be called out for what it is. How can we celebrate 250 years of America without confronting the constant undermining of our values in equal justice and freedom for all?

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Feb
04
2026

Lean Into Compassion: Dean Brigid Noonan Commencement Remarks

Dean Noonan offers wisdom for life to graduates of Nursing and Health Professions: Compassion, Empathy and Lifelong Learning.

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Jan
24
2026
Jan
18
2026

What Would Dr. King Say?

We cannot remain silent in this treacherous moment in U.S. History. We must speak and confront the rising evil of this age, the fostering of hatred and denial of the right of all people to enjoy “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.”

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Jan
14
2026

A New American Revolution

Our American Democracy demands renewal and even revolution in each generation. As we celebrate America’s 250th Birthday, we must also work even harder to reinvigorate the rights our Founders declared as “unalienable” — Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. Rights for all, not just a few!

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Oct
31
2025

Two Pope Leos, Social Justice and Trinity’s Ongoing Mission

Social Justice is the foundation of our mission at Trinity. Alumnae, students, faculty and special guests gathered to discuss how popes from Leo XIII to Leo XIV have influenced Trinity’s mission and work.

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Oct
01
2025

Solidarity with Immigrants, a Social Justice Imperative

Our faith demands that we stand in solidarity with immigrants and refugees, and that we reject the tactics of fear and terror, cruel and inhumane treatment of people who have already suffered too much.

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Sep
16
2025

Voices of Trinity: Constitutional Questions on DEI and MSIs

The Trinity Community has spoken! On Constitution Day, more than 90% of respondents to our survey say that DEI programs and MSI funding are NOT “unconstitutional” but vital to the inclusion and success of our students of color. Read the answers to our 2025 Constitution Day survey.

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Aug
13
2025

Standing Strong for Home Rule

All leaders of all institutions in D.C. must stand up for the right of our citizens to self-determination. The betrayal of Home Rule is an invitation to tyranny.

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