Ignoring Reality to Fight AIDS

"It is of great concern that the fabric of African life, its very source of hope and stability, is threatened by divorce, abortion, prostitution, human trafficking and a contraceptive mentality, all of which contribute to a breakdown in sexual morality," [Pope] Benedict said.

If those Africans could just deal with the horrific threats posed by divorce, abortion, and a contraceptive mentality [threats on par with human trafficking], think how much more safe and serene the fabric of their life would be.