Where Pope Leo XIV Stands on Today’s Key Social Issues
Robert Prevost, who assumed the name Pope Leo XIV, is the first American pope in history, marking a transition for the Catholic Church following the papacy of Pope Francis. While Francis was known for his progressive tone, welcoming immigrants, washing the feet of non-Christians, and supporting LGBTQ+ inclusion, Leo is seen as a centrist.Â
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"There are people walking around Calumet City today that the future pope counseled."
