[ebb tide]

But after reading this article, I can't help but think that, perhaps, there is a lot in common with NeverTrumpers and SSPX et al.

How did you come up with that wild conclusion?

Please elaborate.

[DoodleBob]

Sure. Many of the Remnant crowd (when I used to read it) were very unhappy with JPII. Same with SSPX and like-minded folks (some of whom I knew personally). When he died and I heard a homily that spoke positively of JPII's role in the fall of Communism, some "Trads" couldn't even muster enthusiasm for his role in that effort.

Similarly, there was an article tonight about Bill Kristol calling Republicans “cowardly” for not condemning Trump for his "attacks" on “The Squad." Really, dude? Your dislike of Trump runs that deep?

Again, I am not saying that Popes who wade into error are beyond reproach. Nor am I saying that Trump is perfect. But I AM saying that, at some core level, perhaps there is a lot in common with the Christopher Ferraras and Ben Shapiros of this world. Because net-net net, I long for JPII or BXVI vs where we are today.