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How Pope Francis’ Acceptance of Gay Marriage Rocked Africa

NOT ACCEPTED, NOT UNDERSTOOD

The pope’s willingness to allow priests to bless same-sex unions has sparked upheaval and rebellion among Catholic religious leaders in Africa.

Daniel Anthony
Daniel Anthony
opinion
A photo illustration of Pope Francis.
Photo Illustration by Thomas Levinson/The Daily Beast/Reuters
Daniel Anthony

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