Discussion on the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope in history, and the U.S. trade deal with the U.K. by OutKick writer Mary Katharine Ham and Democratic strategist Kevin Walling on 'MediaBuzz'. Reflects on the reactions in the U.S. media and among Catholics worldwide.
Key Points
Pope Leo XIV's background and upbringing as an 'OK Boomer' American Catholic
Reflections on American Catholicism and cultural references
Hopes for Pope Leo XIV's actions and decisions as the new pope
Pros
Historic election of the first American pope
Discussion on the diversity of reactions in the U.S. and worldwide
Cons
Uncertainty on future decisions and actions of Pope Leo XIV