Chicago's Cardinal Cupich says Pope Leo XIV is "going to be a voice" for issues like immigration, climate change
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- Pope Leo XIV publicly condemned those opposing abortion yet endorsing the death penalty as not genuinely pro-life.
- He emphasized respect for differing opinions while highlighting contradictions in supporting anti-immigrant policies alongside pro-life claims.
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- Pope Leo XIV, a native of Chicago, was elected Catholic Church leader in May, sparking excitement in his hometown.
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I’d like to take this opportunity to invite each one of you to look into your own hearts, to recognize that God is present, and that perhaps in many different ways, God is reaching out to you.— Pope Leo XIV addressing young people gathered in Chicago and watching online during his first public address.
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- Cardinal Blase Cupich stated that Pope Leo XIV will continue Pope Francis's commitment to immigration, climate change, and human trafficking.
- Cupich emphasized that Leo XIV acknowledges the need to address modern challenges, including those posed by climate change and the drug trade.
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I think he’s going to help complete and complement our political agenda.— Cardinal Blase Cupich, the archbishop of Chicago, discusses the future focus of Pope Leo XIV in an interview.
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