New Jersey Diocese’s $180M Settlement Reveals Systemic Church Failures

In a staggering development that highlights the ongoing crisis of accountability within religious institutions, the Diocese of Camden in New Jersey has agreed to a $180 million settlement resolving allegations of clergy sexual abuse. While this sum far surpasses previous local settlements, it underscores a broader failure to protect the vulnerable and uphold moral responsibility—something every American family should scrutinize closely. The announcement came from Bishop Joseph Williams, who framed the settlement as a milestone for survivors’ justice and healing. Yet one must ask: How long did it take for this day to arrive? The painful truth is that it...