Thank God for Pope Leo. He’s the leader our world desperately needs | Arwa Mahdawi
Pope Leo XIV is emerging as a significant moral voice in today's world, especially in contrast to the current political and corporate climate. His advocacy for the vulnerable and criticism of injustices, particularly regarding Gaza and the war on Iran, have drawn attention and controversy. As he continues the legacy of Pope Francis, Leo XIV is positioning the Vatican as a counterforce to the prevailing negativity in Silicon Valley and global politics.
- ▪Pope Leo XIV has continued the advocacy for vulnerable populations initiated by his predecessor, Pope Francis.
- ▪He has spoken out against the war on Iran and criticized the lack of humanitarian aid for Gaza.
- ▪Leo XIV's encyclical on artificial intelligence emphasizes the importance of safeguarding humanity.
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‘He is still a mere mortal, he is not perfect, but he is proving to be a much-needed force for good.’ Photograph: Remo Casilli/ReutersView image in fullscreen‘He is still a mere mortal, he is not perfect, but he is proving to be a much-needed force for good.’ Photograph: Remo Casilli/ReutersOpinionPope Leo XIVThank God for Pope Leo. He’s the leader our world desperately needs Arwa MahdawiEven for nonbelievers like me, the pope has become a reassuring – and all too rare – voice of moral clarityWed 3 Jun 2026 05.00 EDTLast modified on Wed 3 Jun 2026 05.01 EDTShareDo you remember the early 2000s, when Silicon Valley buzzed with idealism and tech bros told us they were going to save the world? “Don’t be evil” was Google’s unofficial motto; it’s 2004 IPO prospectus declared that doing “good…
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