Demagogue

Some conservative Catholics seem to think so. They are upset that after a year in power, Pope Benedict XVI hasn't moved more aggressively to embrace conservative positions.

This article in today's Washington Post included a few examples of why conservatives are so disappointed in the pontiff. I was particularly amused by this example:

His first encyclical — often considered a guide to the direction a pope intends to take — was a gentle reflection on "God Is Love."

How disappointing that a religious leader would talk about God's love. No, we wouldn't want to hear that.

Perhaps an encyclical entitled "God Is a Fire-Breathing Dragon Who Will Torment Queers and Women Who Have Abortions" was more what conservatives were hoping for.