<p>In 2013, when Argentinian Jorge Mario Bergoglio became pope he chose the name Francis, a tribute to one of the most popular saints in the history of Christendom.</p>

His 1891 encyclical Rerum Novarum focused on workers’ rights and capitalism at the dawn of the industrial age{ai:summary}<p>In 2013, Jorge Mario Bergoglio was elected pope and took the name Francis, honoring one of the most revered saints in Christian history. This choice reflects a commitment to humility and social justice, themes associated with Saint Francis of Assisi. #religion</p>

'The common good': The last Pope Leo was a champion of the working poor

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