Yes...I believe so Misophist. I would go so far as to say that their vows give them a moral obligation to say or do something. What should a committed member of a religious community do? Stay ensconced in their small room and say nothing?

In any case I agree with their actions and regret that there are not more that challenge gross hypocrisy as seen in this case. They have my respect.

Respectfully,

mooman