Egan identifies those 'at the core' of anonymous letter.

EGAN, Edward M., 1932-2015; ACTIONS & defenses (Law); PRIESTS; SEX crimes; MINORS

The article focuses on the letter addressed by New York Cardinal Edward Egan to archdiocesan priests. In the letter, Egan explained that priests who have been found guilty of abusing minor claimed that they have been victims of unjust treatment and lack of understanding. The cardinal also outlined the procedure for disciplinary action to be used on the priest who were found to speak untruthfully about their case.