Of course this is the latest stunt by the wonderful tabloid SZ.
Discussion has erupted and the wrath/focus has turned to Mons. Mixa.
The allegations were forcefully denied by his press secretary and legal steps on the grounds of false allegations/defamation are being considered. Legally the cases can't be touched - they're too old.
I wonder what people would say if Mons. Schick would have been accused of disciplining children in that way.... most likely: nothing. He's not high profile enough and nobody would give a damn.
Sure! Cardinal Ratzinger can be blamed for alleged misconduct of a simple Priest, who turns out to become an outspoken defender of conservative values. They're getting a bit too desperate.
The victims are asking of an apology.
Again!! In this case, all parents of children 30+ apologize!! All teachers, all football coaches andandand...
I remember being threatened by my mom with the carpet beater. I remember reading about the childhood of a certain Holy Father, who had been chased by his mother with the carpet beater, after getting into a brawl with his brother.
If they dare to attack Mons. Clemens in any way, we actually might have an outburst of Papal fury (in his particular, Joseph Ratzinger way). I think that would be a big no-no in Papa's eyes.