[Catholic Caucus] Why Archbishop Viganò is almost certainly telling the truth

Edward Feser's Blog ^ | Wednesday, September 5, 2018 | Edward Feser

[scouter]

There are five considerations that seem to me to make it very likely that Archbishop Viganò's testimony is truthful. To be sure, given how numerous and detailed are the claims he makes, it would not be surprising if he has gotten certain particulars wrong. And perhaps in his passion he has inadvertently overstated things here and there. But the main claims are probably true. I certainly do not believe he is lying. The reasons are these:

1. The deafening silence of Pope Francis
2. The apparent silence of Pope Benedict
3. Archbishop Viganò's concern for his own place in history and his immortal soul
4. Pope Francis’s record
5. The response of Viganò's critics

[scouter]

Do not consider yourself to be well-informed on this matter until you have read this in a calm, thoughtful manner. He goes into detail on each reason. His analysis is spot on.

[G Larry]

Of course AB Vigano is telling the truth.

You may question his motives, but please know that they need not be singular.

For instance, aside from truly wanting to resolve the homosexual scandal, AB Vigano would be well within reason and justice to address his frustration at being unsuccessful in resolving the financial scandal he uncovered years ago.

There is nothing unjust in multiple motivations.

[scouter]

There is nothing unjust in multiple motivations.

Agreed 100%. In fact, having multiple motivations provides more justification.