Letters from Leo — the American Pope & US Politics

Letters from Leo — the American Pope & US Politics

While Trump Promises Hell on Earth, Pope Leo XIV Preaches Peace

From Isaiah’s rebuke on Palm Sunday to “Lay down your weapons!” on Easter morning, the pope chose the poor over empire. An Easter letter about our mission ahead.

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Christopher Hale
Apr 06, 2026
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