welcome. Arch-abbot Douglas, Your Excellency, Jim and Mary Towey, members of the faculty, members of the clergy, moms and dads, and -- most important -- the Class of 2007: Thanks for inviting me; I am honored to be here. (Applause.)
Laura and I feel like we have a very special connection to St. Vincent College through the Toweys. We have come to know Jim and his family well during his time in Washington -- after all, he was the director of the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives...
