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From Catholic Schools to Congress: Grads Serving in U.S. House Celebrate Cincinnati-Area Catholic High Schools
Posted by Press Office on March 22, 2013
The membership of the new 113th Congress includes no fewer than four members of the U.S. House of Representatives who graduated from Cincinnati-area Catholic high schools: Reps. John Boehner (R-OH), a graduate of Moeller High School; Steve Chabot (R-OH), a graduate of LaSalle High School; Trey Radel (R-FL), a graduate of Elder High School; and Brad Wenstrup (R-OH), a graduate of St. Xavier High School.

 The four congressional graduates of Cincinnati-area Catholic schools gathered together March 14 to celebrate the Cincinnati area’s longstanding tradition of excellence in Catholic education, proudly wearing the colors of their respective schools as they joined together for a group photo on the Speaker’s Balcony of the U.S. Capitol.

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“I am proud of my Catholic education; it has helped define my character, strengthen my morality and make me the man, husband, father, and grandfather I am,” said Rep. Chabot, who represents Ohio’s First Congressional District.  “From my elementary days at Holy Family and St. Catherine's, to my high school years at LaSalle, my Catholic education has cultivated my virtues and taught me to stand up for what I believe is right.  It has taught me fortitude, humility and optimism.  Quite simply, I would not be the man I am without my Catholic education.”

“I am so blessed to have had the opportunity to receive a faith-based education from St. Xavier, where I was taught the importance of true virtue and service – the foundation of what empowers our youth to become leaders who make positive change in the world,” said Rep. Wenstrup, who took office in January as the new representative of Ohio’s Second Congressional District.  “My high school experience taught me the value of integrity and leading by example.  These lessons have helped me tremendously throughout my career.”

"I am proud to stand with fellow graduates of the Greater Catholic League who represent the values of not only my hometown of Cincinnati but also America as a whole,” said Rep. Radel, a first-term representative serving Florida’s 19th Congressional District.  “I also want to give a shout out to my alma mater, Elder High School.  Go Panthers!"

“I have 11 brothers and sisters, and one of the greatest gifts my parents gave us was the gift of a Catholic education,” said Boehner, one of 12 siblings, all of whom attended Cincinnati-area Catholic schools.  “My brothers and I all went to Moeller, and it made a big difference in our lives.  I’m proud to join with my colleagues and fellow Cincinnati-area Catholic high school grads in celebrating our region’s proud tradition of excellence in Catholic education.”

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  • Tara Recine commented on 3/22/2013
    It is very nice to find leaders of our country that are proud of their Catholic educations. It makes a real difference with morals and values. When GOD is put first in our lives and faith is strong it shows. Keep up the good work, and stay true to your Catholic values. Last month I took a vacation to Virginia, and I visited the Capital Building with my children and we enjoyed our trip, and found it very educating from to the Hall of statues, to the painting of George Washington on the ceiling, to the statue of. Freedom Thankyou for keeping The words " IN GOD WE TRUST" as Catholics in Goverment for that is how this country was founded.
  • jon ewall commented on 3/23/2013
    Congradulations to you all for your commitment to serve our country.
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