SCHIAVON, Italy (AP) — Pope Leo XIV’ s choice of name signals a commitment to social justice which is very much in line with the late Pope Francis’ global ministry.

The previous Pope Leo emphasized the Catholic Church's responsibility to care for the poor and support workers' rights.

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