Pope cites Brazil in critique of political crises in Americas

By Agence France-Presse

Jan 09, 2023 7:15 pm

VATICAN CITY: Pope Francis condemned on Monday a 'weakening of democracy' in the Americas, citing the storming of government buildings in Brazil, in his yearly New Year's address to ambassadors.

'In many areas, a sign of the weakening of democracy is heightened political and social polarisation, which does not help to resolve the urgent problems of citizens,' said Francis.

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