Cardinal Alvaro Ramazzini, in preparation for his first conclave, underscored his lifelong commitment to advocating for migrants and social justice. He highlighted the ongoing struggles of Guatemalan migrants and criticized past U.S. administrations for failing to address their needs. Ramazzini emphasized that the Catholic Church must continue to support and protect migrants while lobbying for immigration reform. He expressed confidence that the next pope will carry on the mission of advocating for social justice, a principle emphasized by Pope Francis and rooted in the church's teachings since the Second Vatican Council.
"It's a duty of conscience for the cardinals... that we've been coming along a path and this path needs to continue to grow and grow and grow."
"I'm talking about supporting, welcoming, and protecting the rights of migrants... but this we haven't achieved..."
"The church shouldn't abandon migrants or the pastoral line of advocating for social justice, peace and fairer economic relations between countries."
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