[armordog99]

To claim that America is the most corrupt nation on earth is an outright lie. Due to the checks and balance system created by the founding fathers it has given us one of the most fair nations in the world. Do people and groups of people still do wrong things, yes. However, our system is one the best in the world. If you want to see real corruption go to one of these third world countries.

As far as the abuse done by priests in the catholic church, I can't help but think that if this was not a religious organization but a secular one, it would have been charged under RICO and closed down completely. From everything I have researched there was deliberate intent by the leaders in the catholic church to silence, cover-up, and prevent priests from being held accountable for their actions.

Many catholics place the blame on the 60’s but from my research there were cases like this going on prior to the 60’s.

Personally I think celibacy for men violates the natural law. Before you start flaming me as a anti-catholic protestant know that I am a deist.

[circlecity]

Personally I think celibacy for men violates the natural law.

However both Jesus and Paul commended (but didn't command) it.

[metmom]

Welcome to FR, RR.

What country are you from?

I see no state flag flying there on your homepage.

FWIW, While we’re not perfect, America is far from the most corrupt nation on the planet. If you believe that, you’ve been swallowing too much kool aid.

But your America hating bile isn’t going to fly on FR.