Mexico City, Mexico, Jul 4, 2008 / 02:43 am
Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Sen. John McCain on early Thursday morning visited the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe before meeting with Mexican President Felipe Calderon at the end of his three-day Latin America visit aimed at promoting free trade.
McCain said has he planned to seek President Calderon’s help in addressing illegal immigration, the Associated Press says.
The Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe is Mexico’s holiest Catholic site. Catholic and Hispanic voters are expected to be key swing voters in the November presidential election.
Catholic political analyst Deal Hudson commented on McCain’s visit to the Basilica, saying:
“I'm very glad he is doing this -- I was hoping at some point President Bush would make such a trip and visit the Shrine. It's an exceedingly powerful place for anyone who visits there, as I found out on my pilgrimage in the fall of 2004. No one can come away from the Shrine without a better understanding of the Catholic Church, and if you are Catholic, a deeper understanding of your faith.”
Subscribe to our daily newsletter
At Catholic News Agency, our team is committed to reporting the truth with courage, integrity, and fidelity to our faith. We provide news about the Church and the world, as seen through the teachings of the Catholic Church. When you subscribe to the CNA UPDATE, we'll send you a daily email with links to the news you need and, occasionally, breaking news.
As part of this free service you may receive occasional offers from us at EWTN News and EWTN. We won't rent or sell your information, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Click hereOur mission is the truth. Join us!
Your monthly donation will help our team continue reporting the truth, with fairness, integrity, and fidelity to Jesus Christ and his Church.
Donate to CNA