# Papst Leo XIV. participates in U.S. midterms

Papst Leo XIV. participates in U.S. midterms to inspire voters. Benedict XVI. previously viewed papal voting as inappropriate. The issue raises questions about religious leaders and democratic participation.

https://www.faz.net/aktuell/politik/usa-unter-trump/papst-leo-xiv-waehlt-per-briefwahl-in-den-usa-201644105.html

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#papal #voting #democracy #usa

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Created: 2026-11-02T19:49:27.558613+00:00

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