I’m not the least bit surprised by the Pope’s criticism of capitalism. Having deployed to Latin America rather frequently, I’ve seen liberation theology, as practiced by very liberal Catholic priests who fervently believed in the hollow promises of socialism. The things they were willing to do or overlook in the pursuit of socialism were truly disturbing.
Socialism, as explained by its true adherents, looks wonderful from afar and in theory, even to Christians. Up close, it’s pretty damned ugly.
If there is a Stamp that says National Council of Churches
Get up and leave