Vatican’s Excommunication of Archbishop Vigano: A Case of Censorship Over Criticism

Italian Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano, a staunch critic of Pope Francis, has been excommunicated for schism according to this article by Reuters. Vigano accused the pope of covering up sexual misconduct by U.S. Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, called for the pope’s resignation, and denounced him as a “false prophet.” The Vatican found Vigano guilty of refusing to recognize and submit to the pope, plus rejecting the legitimacy of liberal reforms from the Second Vatican Council. Vigano is unrepentant and urges his supporters to voice their support for him.

Editor’s Note: The excommunication of Archbishop Vigano by the Vatican underscores a significant issue of censorship within the Catholic Church. Vigano has been silenced for his accusations and outspoken stance against the pope’s alleged cover-up of sexual misconduct and his denunciation of the pope’s liberal reforms.

This action by the Vatican can be seen as an attempt to suppress dissent and maintain control over the narrative within the Church. Such censorship stifles open dialogue and accountability and risks alienating those within the Church who seek transparency and reform. By excommunicating Vigano, the Vatican appears to prioritize suppression of criticism over the pursuit of truth and justice.

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