Pope Francis weighed in on deeply divisive issues including climate change, Cuba, marriage and immigration on Wednesday in his first direct address to the American people since landing in the U.S.
The pontiff, speaking before 11,000 ticketed guests at an elaborate welcoming ceremony on South Lawn of the White House, signaled he will take on controversial issues during his six-day visit.
In prepared remarks that were laced more with politics rather than overtly religious messages and scripture, Francis said he was ready to listen to the "hopes and dreams of the American people" and to offer guidance to those charged with guiding the nation's political future "in fidelity to its founding principles."
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