Pope Francis's leadership was overshadowed by a series of sexual abuse scandals within the Catholic Church, beginning with revelations from the Boston Globe in 2002. Despite his efforts, critics argue he was slow to address the systemic issues and protect victims. High-profile cases, such as Theodore McCarrick and George Pell's convictions, highlighted ongoing failures within the Church. Survivors expressed disappointment in his papacy, claiming it didn't lead to meaningful cultural change, underscoring the tragedy of his tenure as pope.
The tragedy of his papacy is that many survivors believe Pope Francis failed to change a culture that allowed abusers to flourish, as echoed after his death.
Francis faced wave after wave of abuse revelations, including the scandal of Theodore McCarrick and the conviction of Cardinal George Pell, complicating his leadership.
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