Archbishop Jose H Gomez expressed sorrow for the abuse in announcing the settlement, stating, "I am sorry for every one of these incidents, from the bottom of my heart. My hope is that this settlement will provide some measure of healing for what these men and women have suffered." The sentiment of accountability and the desire for healing from these traumatic experiences highlight the archdiocese's recognition of the wrongdoing and its impact on the survivors.
In a joint statement, the attorneys for the archdiocese and the plaintiffs' liaison counsel said, "While there is no amount of money that can replace what was taken from these 1,353 brave individuals who have suffered in silence for decades, there is justice in accountability." This reflects a profound acknowledgment of the survivors' pain and the complex nature of seeking restitution for such deep-seated trauma.
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