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Pope Leo Calls America to Uphold Freedom | US News
Pope Leo, America’s first U.S.-born pontiff, delivered a powerful message urging the nation to honor its founding ideals of freedom and unity as it prepares for its 250th anniversary. Speaking via video from the Vatican, he accepted the Liberty Medal and reminded Americans that the country’s global reputation as a beacon of liberty stems from its enduring tradition of welcoming immigrants. He condemned restrictive immigration policies as “inhuman” and called on the nation to stay true to the principles of justice and peace enshrined in the Declaration of Independence, urging a renewed…
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