Common good

Pope Leo XIV praised San Marino as a model of political freedom and service to the common good. During his visit to the tiny republic, he utilized this opportunity to issue warnings. The Pope cautioned against adopting political and economic systems that prioritize power above human dignity.

Pope Leo XIV praised the Republic of San Marino as a model of political freedom and civic responsibility for its centuries-old republican traditions. The pope argued that small political communities can offer lessons in public service at a time of growing division and distrust. He warned against modern systems that fail to place human dignity and the common good above self-interest.

The 2026 NCSL Legislative Summit will convene state lawmakers and staff in Chicago to address growing political divisions in the U.S. The article highlights the strain on America’s founding ideals due to partisanship and distrust, urging a return to collaborative, civil debate rooted in shared commitment to the common good.

Pope Leo XIV called for robust regulation of artificial intelligence, urging developers to prioritize the common good over profit. He issued a manifesto addressing AI's impact on areas like work and war in his first encyclical.

Pope Leo XIV has called for robust regulation of artificial intelligence and urged developers to prioritize the common good over profit. The Pope's statement emphasizes ethical AI development and governance.