Pope admits Amerindians atrocities and suffering but no apologies

Today in Rome, Pope Benedict XVI admitted Americas’ colonization caused suffering and injustices. This papal apology fell short of recognizing genocide though.  Sadly, it only intends to placate...

Pope Benedict assails Marxism, capitalism at end of Brazil tour

"Pope Benedict lamented the deep divide between rich and poor in Latin America but told priests to steer clear of politics as they work to reverse Roman Catholism's waning influence in the region. Wrapping up...

A Pope so close to politics and so far away from Latin America

During his five-day trip to Brazil, Pope Benedict XVI  has made enormous efforts to deal with social and spiritual ailments.  But campaigning for Catholicism is his real political goal.   ...

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