But this investigation began before Archbishop Cordileone arrived in San Francisco.

I can't speak to his "pet causes," but I understand he basically is a staunch proponent of traditional Catholicism...straight along Church teaching.  It may be San Francisco is a bit of a challenge to that...I don't know.  But it is where the Pope determined he was best needed; and Pope Francis apparently agrees.

I do appear to always defend the heirarchy - typically because of the many nasty comments posted here.  If only people would discuss issues rather than personal attacks!  Just look at some of the comments here..and typically about JPII, Benedict XVI, Cardinal Burke!  My goodness!  So yes.  I do defend - and beg for facts rather than pure animus.  

Your post is refreshing, although I don't think the Archbishop is setting up "covens" and the "pet causes" seem to be in line with Catholic teaching ... *lol*  But thank you for being polite and easier to talk with!