By Editorial,
U.S.-born Pope Leo named 14th (XIV), in his first address to world diplomats, said yesterday that the dignity of migrants had to be respected, possibly putting himself on a collision course with the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump.
The pope, who was born in Chicago but lived for many years in Peru as a missionary, said his own background made him feel compelled to call for compassion and solidarity with those seeking a better life in other countries.
No one is exempted from striving to ensure respect for the dignity of every person, especially the most frail and vulnerable, from the unborn to the elderly, from the sick to the unemployed, citizens and immigrants alike,” said Leo, who was elected last week to succeed Pope Francis as head of the 1.4-billion member Roman Catholic Church. END.