I think that *any* organization that promotes too much deference and trust in its leadership simply because of their rank, or that sets them up as somehow above normal forms of oversight and discipline, is primed for abuse. It's not a uniquely religious problem.
That said, insulating abusive leaders from being challenged, questioned, etc. is a lot easier when they're seen as being more than just some normal officer or administrator. It can be tougher to call someone out when people believe they're the representative of a mysterious supernatural power.
That isn’t unique to religion though. Any ideologically motivated organization is subject to the same problems
Agreed, it's not unique to religion. My point is that religious organizations often have features that others don't which make them a more conducive environment for abusers — like the idea that leaders have some kind of supernatural authority or power.
If any other organization besides religion, that had raped thousands of children, moved into your neighborhood would you welcome them with open arms?