Bernie Sanders praises pope’s attack on austerity: ‘Money cannot be the God of life’

[DonViejo]

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Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders praised Pope Francis over the weekend for his recent condemnation of unbridled capitalism.

While visiting Bolivia last week, Pope Francis accused corporations which exploit cheap labor and resources for profits of pursuing “the dung of the devil.” And he took a shot at governments which enacted austerity measures that cut programs for the poor.

“The new colonialism takes on different faces. At times it appears as the anonymous influence of mammon: corporations, loan agencies, certain ‘free trade’ treaties, and the imposition of measures of ‘austerity’ which always tighten the belt of workers and the poor,” the pope said.

Sanders told CBS host John Dickerson that Pope Francis had highlighted the fact that “casino-type capitalism is causing devastating problems with our climate.”

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[Ron Green]

1. Body, mind, and spirit.

If it's true for us as individuals, it's true for society as well. I'm gratified to hear Bernie refer to Francis' admonitions.

[freshwest]

2. Needed to be said. n/t

[William769]

3. Where have all of Bernies Supporters dissappeared to.

You would think they would want to sing his praise here and give him a hallelujah!

[onehandle]

4. A good man praising a good man.

Thank you, Senator.

[calimary]

5. This is not a bad thing! Why aren't there more recs?

His Holiness is preaching a remarkably encouraging gospel these days. Loudly denouncing trickle-down and talking up the critical importance of recognizing and combatting climate change. And talking up the needs of the poor. SO much like what I was always taught Christ Himself endorsed. Good to hear another prominent voice entering that particular "Amen Chorus." We should ALL be part of that "Amen Chorus."