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[Dookus]

expecting some sort of universal respect for one of the most powerful, most conservative men in modern times. You will not find that on a liberal political discussion board.

It used to be that "ya gotta admire the guy" was a preface to a point about to be made. Now it's a command in and of itself. Sorry, I do not admire nor do I respect the Pope, and I'm not going to pretend I do for the sake of your feelings.

I'm sure there are Catholic discussion boards on which you won't find people who disagree with you on this point. You should check one out. You surely will not find universal agreement here.