Pope Francis and the Problem of the Far Right

Pope Francis blessing the coffin of the previous pope, Benedict XVI, in 2023. From Agência Lusa’s coverage, CC BY 3.0 licensing.

When a famous person dies, the news is flooded with articles of praise and condemnation. The death of Pope Francis this week was no exception. Beloved in early days by the poor in Argentina, celebrated as a much-needed church r…