Quote by Jennifer M. Granholm
Rush Limbaugh, we expect nonsense from him. But the Vatican, that's another story. When the Vatican is so threatened that it launches attacks on nuns, well, you know what they say in politics, a hit dog hollers.
Summary
This quote highlights the surprise and disappointment caused by the Vatican's decision to criticize and target nuns. It suggests that while it is expected for controversial figures like Rush Limbaugh to make outrageous statements, it is alarming when a respected institution like the Vatican responds aggressively. The phrase "a hit dog hollers" implies that the Vatican's defensive reaction may signify feelings of vulnerability or guilt, evoking a political analogy.