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Pope Leo XIV's Visit Exposes Contradictions in Spain's Politics of Faith and Migration
Pope Leo XIV's visit to Spain has exposed tensions between the far-right Vox party, which claims Catholicism as a pillar of national identity, and Church teachings on migration, war, and human dignity. The Pope's speeches and actions, including a visit to Gran Canaria to meet migrants, directly challenged Vox's hardline stances. The visit also highlighted a generational shift in religious identity in Spain, with young voters moving rightward while embracing Catholic labels.