The Pope versus the Populists

The Pope versus the populists

On Sunday, when the Vatican celebrates the inaugural Mass of Pope Leo XIV, the highest US official in attendance will be JD Vance. The scene will be fraught, even if decorum and ceremonial prevent any overt awkwardness: the US Vice President embodies the insurgent populist spirit sweeping the developed world — against which the newly elected pontiff has spoken out, in particular when it comes to immigration. But for Vance, who converted to Cathol

The Pope Versus The Populists: Can There Be Reconciliation? - Global Upfront Newspapers

By Sohrab Ahmari, UnHerd, May 17, 2025 On Sunday, when the Vatican celebrates the inaugural Mass of Pope Leo XIV, the highest US official in attendance will be JD Vance. The scene will be fraught, even if decorum and ceremonial prevent any overt awkwardness: the US Vice President embodies the...