Some say the pope is cited out of context or only partially, deforming is real intent. If that is so, he should put out a statement that is clear and unequivocal. There never appears to be any balance in his reported statements. The benefit to people arising out of the scientific revolution and the rise of capitalism is unprecedented in human history. This benefit grows in both breadth and depth as it expands around the globe. To not acknowledge this, while picking at limitations and lapses, is misleading. In political affairs, the emphasis on some relative "good" (e.g. peace in the abstract) while ignoring real oppression and terrorism is unethical.
The statement is quoted: "These aspects of globalization can give rise to extreme reactions, leading to excessive nationalism, religious fanaticism and even acts of terrorism," This is extremely wrong-headed, as the antecedents are not caused by "globalization" (read capitalism with free trade), and because it rationalizes extreme immoral behavior.
You people are being really shortsighted in this.
This Pope HATES communism, it was his help which helped soldarity take off and helped us take down communist russia.
The Pope has often spoken of the evils of communism... tho I'm startng to think that he simply isnt strong enough to keep others in the vatican from getting away with this stuff.
You need to realiize that the Pope has done more to fight communism then anyone else on the planet, with the possible exception of Ronnie. If in his old age and extremely weakened state he falters in that fight, it is excusable.