Pope Leo XIV's moral leadership arrives at a critical moment for America and the world
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Mayor Brandon Johnson
1mo ago· 4 min readenOpinion
Summary
A Chicago Sun-Times columnist reflects on meeting Pope Leo XIV, a fellow Chicagoan, and draws parallels between the moral leadership needed in troubled times and the challenges facing America — including rising costs, immigrant fears, federal program cuts, and healthcare struggles. The author connects personal pride in his son's graduation with a broader concern for the wounded country and world the next generation is inheriting.
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bskyPope Leo XIV's moral leadership arrives at a critical moment for America and the worldchicago.suntimes.comKey quotes
· 4 pulledLike any parent, I felt immense pride seeing him step into adulthood. But I also found myself thinking about the wounded country and world he and his peers are inheriting.
Here in America, families are struggling with rising costs. Our immigrant neighbors, co-workers, classmates and friends are living with fear and uncertainty.
Essential federal programs have been cut, while healthcare and food assistance are being...
Challenges and responsibility were on my mind as I sat with the pope, a fellow son of Chicago whose moral leadership comes at a critical moment.
Challenges and responsibility were on my mind as I sat with the pope, a fellow son of Chicago whose moral leadership comes at a critical moment.
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