Musicians have voices, they're in the public eye and if they don't do what they believe is right, they have to live with it. We can all think of performers who stuck their necks out and sang songs that could and did cause strong reactions.

Just like all of us, sometimes they're right and sometimes they're wrong. Being polite and non-controversial will probably offend fewer people. If one doesn't feel obligated to take a stand publicly on a particular issue, it's understandable.

I have respect for those who do right by their own consciences. I may disagree with them, but I respect their courage. It turned out she was right in what she stood for at a time in history when performers were expected to "shut up and sing" and the issue was being swept under the rug. That time lasted until today, and likely, beyond.

I don't think this is about Catholicism. I think it's about how powerful people in beloved institutions can get away with terrible things because those who would speak out are told to shut up.