At the latest since the time of Francis, few non‑woke statements have been expected from the Vatican. All the more remarkable, then, is the address delivered by Pope Leo XIV to the diplomatic corps.
Source : Bittel TV, telegram
He speaks openly of an “Orwellian language” that, in the name of inclusivity, excludes those who do not follow the prevailing ideology. This is a level of clarity more commonly associated today with dissidents than with church leaders.
“In our time, the meaning of words is becoming ever more fluid and the concepts they represent increasingly ambiguous. Language … is turning more and more into a weapon with which opponents can be deceived or struck.”
“It is regrettable to note that, particularly in the West, the space for genuine freedom of expression is being ever more restricted, while a new language with an Orwellian flavour is taking shape, one that … excludes those who do not conform to dominant ideologies.”
“The considerations I have set out suggest that, in the current context, there is a veritable ‘short circuit’ of human rights. The right to freedom of expression, freedom of conscience, freedom of religion and even the right to life are being curtailed in the name of other so‑called new rights.”
And it is precisely here that Rome deserves respect, because someone there is saying what governments prefer to keep quiet.
Freedom of expression is not an act of courage but an inalienable right. Especially in supposed democracies (“our democracy” has long since ceased to be one).
Watch this short video excerpt:
Full speech here
