Well done and helpful in understanding what is going on.  I cannot fathom why the institutions are giving-in to the rabble rousers and cancelling speeches or not renewing teaching contracts.  Here is the problem:  each time an institution bows to the fringe outcry, they let that side "win", emboldened them, give the illusion that their voice was the most important voice to listen to.    

How many times has Pope Francis said we need dialogue, we need to talk about issues that divide Catholics - including gay marriage, LGBT people participating in the life of the Church, contraceptives and women's health, women's and lay roles in the Church.  These conversations need to include lay people, those who see so much more the church can and should do to play a deeper role in the life of the lay people, and to create a faith community that includes them as adults.  

Open up the Church to include the laity in discussions and decisions.  We are not stupid and we are not sheep.