It’s a short step from this to outlawing the Catholic faith entirely. Some people seem to be comfortable with that idea.
I think it will spark a civil war.
I wouldn’t be surprised if some leftists want that.
Highly unlikely. If rank and file Catholics weren't stirred to action after decades and decades and decades of priests sexually abusing their congregants (and they weren't), then why would they be willing to take up arms and risk their lives?
“It’s a short step from this to outlawing the Catholic faith entirely. Some people seem to be comfortable with that idea.”
Is “the Catholic faith” about protecting criminals?