These posters are following a Roman traditional method of reproach. In the time of the Papal states, Romans criticised their government, the Pope, on the “Pasquino” statue, located in a Roman piazza. It is known as the “talking statue” because of this tradition of attaching anonymous criticisms on its base that poke at politicians or famous people, denouncing injustice and misgovernment.

Canadian Cardinal, Marc Ouellet, described: “These methods of anonymous manifestation are rather a work of the devil, who wants to divide. They are not the methods which should be used in the life of the Church.”

Hilary White responded: “Really? They’re not the methods we’re supposed to use? What would your eminence suggest? Dubia, perhaps? Formally submitted by the lawful authority and in accordance with the requirements of Canon Law? How’s that working out?”