Pope deplores state of democracy, warns against ‘populists’

Pope Francis visited Trieste, Italy, warning about the state of global democracy and the dangers of populism. He cautioned against ideological temptations and polarization without naming specific countries. The Pope’s brief trip precedes a 12-day Asia tour in September. Francis has been limiting his travel due to health concerns but plans to visit Indonesia, Singapore, Papua New Guinea, and East Timor in his longest papal journey yet. Source AFP