What would have happened if the LA Times and AP DIDN’T intervene?

What would have happened if the LA Times and The Associated Press did not intervene in the court battle over the Los Angeles Archdiocese clergy sex abuse documents? My guess? The worst possible outcome. What do I mean by that? The document redactions—that would have allowed church officials guilty of covering up for clergy sex…Continue reading What would have happened if the LA Times and AP DIDN’T intervene?

Will the LA Times and the AP force the Archdiocese of LA to keep its promises?

What crime is worse: a) sexually abusing a child, or b) knowing about it, covering it up and allowing the abuse to continue? Don’t worry – I’m not requiring an answer. But I will say this: both groups deserve to be punished, exposed and held publicly accountable for the pain and suffering they caused. But…Continue reading Will the LA Times and the AP force the Archdiocese of LA to keep its promises?

New Orange Bishop installed tomorrow, victims respond

Statement by Joelle Casteix of Newport Beach, SNAP Volunteer Western Regional Director As the fourth bishop of the Diocese of Orange, Bishop Kevin William Vann will preside over a transparent cathedral. It is now time for him to create a transparent church as well. Bishop Vann steps into a legacy fraught with sex abuse and cover-up.…Continue reading New Orange Bishop installed tomorrow, victims respond

10th predator outed at Honolulu school, broke victim’s hand for reporting

NEWS EVENT: Maui man files new sex abuse & cover-up suit It’s the 1st time cleric/teacher has been accused And he’s the 10th alleged pedophile at Honolulu school When victim reported the crimes, cleric was sent away Then, Catholic officials brought him back, he retaliated & broke the victim’s hand What: Holding signs with photos…Continue reading 10th predator outed at Honolulu school, broke victim’s hand for reporting

CORRECTION – Former LA Priest Arrested for Abuse, victims respond

  The story this post was based on is incorrect. I am sorry for any confusion this post caused and pain that any victims may have suffered as a result. I accept full responsibility.     This morning, former LA priest Carlos Rene Rodriguez was arrested on charges of lewd acts on a child under…Continue reading CORRECTION – Former LA Priest Arrested for Abuse, victims respond