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Amid criticism by bishops, Notre Dame says pro-abortion professor ‘well prepared’ to lead institute

Amid criticism by bishops, Notre Dame says pro-abortion professor ‘well prepared’ to lead institute

Friday, February 13, 2026

Multiple U.S. bishops have criticized the school’s decision and urged it to rescind the appointment.

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