How Pope Francis Catalyzed the Catholic Right in the U.S.



Pope Francis’ critics represent a minority of the American church but a powerful one. Ruth Graham, a reporter covering religion, faith and values for The New York Times, describes how his papacy galvanized a tide of conservative resistance in the American church hierarchy, in Washington and in the pews.

  • Ruth Graham, Melanie Bencosme, Jon Hazell and James Surdam

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