News Analysis: Pope Francis Embraces Silence as Calls Grow for Response to Allegations Amid rising clamor for the pontiff to address claims he covered up abuse, Francis extolled the virtues of silence: “The truth is humble, the truth is silent.” Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Stumble Digg Email ThisBlogThis!Share to XShare to Facebook Related Posts:Protests Erupt in South Korea After President Park Geun-hye Is OustedReaction After South Korea Ousts LeaderWhen the Kids Crash Your BBC InterviewNigeria’s President Returns Home, With His Health Still a MysteryIn Trump’s America, a Toned-Down Voice for Human RightsThe Saturday Profile: Reporting From Syria, an American With a Point of View and a Message