Mon Sep 23 23:07:31 UTC 2024: ## Pope’s “Lesser Evil” Remark Sparks Outrage: Critics Accuse Pontiff of Moral Equivalence on Abortion and Immigration

Pope Francis’s recent remarks comparing abortion to border security have sparked controversy, with critics accusing the pontiff of drawing a bizarre moral equivalence between the two issues.

During a discussion about the US presidential election, Pope Francis suggested voters choose between the “lesser evil” of two “anti-life” candidates: one who “throws out migrants” and another who “kills babies”. This statement was met with immediate backlash, particularly from conservatives who argue that the Pope is ignoring the severity of abortion and minimizing the dangers posed by illegal immigration.

The article points to the hypocrisy of equating border security with the taking of innocent life, highlighting that denying entry to an immigrant does not equate to ending a life. Furthermore, it argues that while the Church acknowledges degrees of sinfulness, the Pope is downplaying the moral gravity of abortion, which he considers on par with enforcing border security.

The author goes on to detail the dangerous consequences of open borders, citing statistics on fentanyl-related deaths and the rise in crimes committed by illegal immigrants. The article also highlights the tragic stories of victims of violence perpetrated by individuals who entered the country illegally.

The article then turns its attention to Vice President Kamala Harris, who is labeled the “most pro-abortion presidential candidate in history”. The author details her long history of supporting abortion rights, including her opposition to late-term abortion restrictions and her advocacy for taxpayer-funded sex-change surgeries for minors.

The article concludes by expressing concern that the Pope’s seemingly ambiguous stance on abortion may inadvertently pave the way for a pro-abortion candidate’s election. It calls into question whether the Pope’s actions are intended to give Catholics cover to vote for a candidate who supports abortion rights, while simultaneously condemning the very act of abortion.

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