Benedict in Turkey
Pope Benedict XVI is visiting Turkey this week. This trip was scheduled well before his Regensburg address that caused a lot of stir in the Muslim world, and many had expected him to cancel this visit. However, he stood by his guns, and proceeded with the original plan. His visit is marked by massive demonstrations, planted bombs, and an unprecedented level of security. Through all this he is still preaching the same firm yet conciliatory message that he stands for. Yet another reason why admire this remarkable man so much.