A Catholic priest who sexually abused someone once in the past, but has since led an exemplary life, should: Go to jail. Be defrocked. Be confined to a monastery. Be allowed to continue in his work. View Results

Should the U.S. Catholic bishops adopt a zero-tolerance policy for sexually abusive priests? Yes--it's the only way to purge the Church of offenders. No, they should evaluate offenses on a case-by-case basis. View Results Has clergy sexual abuse happened in your faith group? Yes, to someone I know. Yes, to someone I've heard of. Not in my local area, but I've heard of problems elsewhere. Not that I know of. View Results View Results

Questions about abuse in your religion: Should Catholic church leaders who failed to handle sexual abuse effectively in the past resign? Yes No. Only if they intentionally covered up the problem. TK I TK View Results Do you trust your own local clergyperson (of whatever faith) to behave appropriately with children? Yes, completely. Yes, basically--though supervision is always a good idea. I used to, but now I'm not sure. I have always had doubts. View Results View Results