Will the next pope be good for the Jews?
A look at a few of the frontrunners, and their statements on antisemitism, Israel and theology
Pope Francis
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“The growing climate of antisemitism throughout the world is worrisome,” he said.
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Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Argentina, the Pope cited Jewish theologians and psychoanalysts as influences
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'Dialogue and friendship with the children of Israel are part of the life of Jesus’ disciples,' Francis wrote in 2018
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Fast Forward Pope Francis denounces ‘terrible increase in attacks against Jews around the world’
In recent weeks, Francis called for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza and humanitarian aid, as well as a hostage release
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Fast Forward Jewish scholars ask Pope Francis and Catholic Church to condemn Hamas and affirm Israel’s right to self-defense
Letter asks church to distinguish between Hamas’ Oct. 7 attacks and civilian casualties from Israel's war in Gaza
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