Child abuse in the Catholic Church: Why Ireland kept quiet
DUBLIN — The extent of the unimaginable sexual and physical abuse suffered by thousands of children in Catholic-run institutions in Ireland is becoming clear, but why did it remain secret for so long? Academics and victims say that the Church itself as well as police, teachers and even victims’ families all helped maintain the veil of secrecy. This was because of the huge authority wielded by the Church in Ireland which meant that some parents actually blamed children for bringing abuse on themselves. Source: The Daily Tribune URL: http://www.tribuneonline.org/commentary/20100428com6.html |
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