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News in English (USA) / 06.05.2025 / 20:00

Debate Over Sexual Abuse Response Intensifies as Cardinals Prepare for Papal Conclave

As the papal conclave approaches, a chorus of sexual abuse survivors and advocacy groups are calling on the cardinals to prioritize safeguarding and enact a zero-tolerance policy towards clerical sex abuse. Many survivors have raised concerns about whether Pope Francis did enough to combat the crisis and are urging the next pope to take stronger action. There is significant scrutiny surrounding key contenders for the papacy, with accusations against some of mishandling child sex abuse claims. Advocacy groups released a report highlighting the troubling records of potential papabili, pushing for transparency and accountability in the election process. As discussions unfold, the child protection commission has also joined in prayer for the cardinals, emphasizing the need for genuine reform within the Catholic Church to protect vulnerable individuals in the future.
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