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Survivors Network of Those Abused by Priests
Posted by Barbara Blaine on March 22, 2012
We’re grateful that Avery’s victim won’t have to endure a trial. We hope all of Avery’s victims will feel comforted, knowing that kids will be safe from him for several years.
At the same time, however, a trial helps reveal often shocking levels of corruption by church officials – information that the public and parishioners need and deserve to know. When clergy sex abuse and cover up cases settle before trial, embarrassing secrets about the Catholic hierarchy remain secret.
We also suspect that Avery sexually assaulted other kids who may still be able to step forward and get help.
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