Bob, I think there are two reasons why it is important that this issue not be forgotten. One is the one that you mention in your first sentence. The other is that we need these reminders that The Church is capable of making violently wrong decisions and, as a result, there is great danger when we give blind acceptance/obedience to the authority of any institution. Of course the greatest lesson to be learned here is one for the hierarchy, but I fear they will be the most resistance.

Peace, John David