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During Argentina visit, Pope Leo highlights dignity of work and legacy of Pope Francis: 'He was like a prophet'

BUENOS AIRES – With seven mouths to feed, Mirta Franco Godoy knew she had to find work fast. In 2001, Argentina’s economy came crashing down amid mounting public debt, economic instability and a run on the country’s banks. Her family had previously managed to get by with odd jobs, including tailoring and seamstress work. But […]

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Pope Leo urges democratic restraint during Argentina visit

Pope Leo arrived in Argentina on Sunday, Nov. 8, after a visit to Uruguay, according to The Independent. The Independent reported that he warned President Javier Milei about democracy, while The Hindu said the pope criticized Milei’s austerity policies and defended poor people. The Lancashire Telegraph reported that Leo told Milei people should come before the economy. Later reports described visits to a disability care home and meetings with survivors of clergy abuse, but did not provide further detail on the remarks or meetings.

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