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Prof. Erin Galgay Walsh for the Independent on Pope Leo, XIV
May 8, 2025
Pope Leo XIV, formerly known as Robert Prevost, ascended to the papacy on Thursday. A former protégé described the first American pope. AFP/Getty Images
The Independent published a piece entitled "The Pope with a ‘twinkle in his eye’: Former protégé describes the American set to lead the Catholic Church," citing Erin Galgay Walsh, Assistant Professor of New Testament and Early Christian Literature.
"Prevost worked very closely with Francis, and both men were students of Latin American liberation theology, with a strong commitment to the poor, Walsh explained. The tenets of St. Augustine are often 'about making sure that each person is taken care of, and has what they need,' Walsh told The Independent.
Read the full story here: https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/pope-leo-robert-prevost-vatican-conclave-b2747690.html