Dr. Alan Keyes and "Roe" of Roe V Wade (real name Norma McCorvey) were also arrested (Norma is now a staunch defender of Life and admitted she lied in the whole R v W thing)
I actually called the Thomas More Law Center (whom I support) today and asked the lady about it because I hadn't heard about any lawsuit. She told me some interesting stuff.
This was her explanation: It is her understanding that those arrested had legal representation already so she didn't believe anyone needed representation (like Father Norman Weslin).
Notre Dame had made it abundantly clear that they did not want protesters on that day and Notre Dame is a private University, so the trespassing issue was valid (by their standards). The protesters could have protested on the sidewalk, but chose not to.
So my guess is that they were trying to make a statement and draw attention to their cause? It is VERY disturbing to see the elderly Father be arrested (or any of the other peaceful protesters for that matter) and I'm disgusted that Notre Dame would prevent peaceful protests. So the Constitution only applies on public property?
I couldn't find corroboration for this, but she has no reason to lie or spin because TMLC is a "not-for-profit public interest law firm dedicated to the defense and promotion of the religious freedom of Christians, time-honored family values, and the sanctity of human life. Our purpose is to be the sword and shield for people of faith, providing legal representation without charge to defend and protect Christians and their religious beliefs in the public square. We achieve this goal principally through litigation, seeking out significant cases, consistent with our mission, where our expertise can be of service to others. We also defend and promote faith and family through media and educational efforts. Above all, the lawyers of the Thomas More Center seek to meet the highest moral and ethical standards of our Christian faith and our legal profession."
I do find it interesting though the comment from a catholic website: "This week probably marks the first time in the history of the University when individuals have been arrested on campus for exercising their Catholic convictions and praying a prayer that has been recited in their chapel millions of times since its founding in 1842."
