Pope Leo XIV's Letter on the 250th Anniversary of the Founding of the United States of America7/12/2026
In this commemorative letter marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Pope Leo XIV offers congratulations to the American people and reflects on the enduring values that have shaped the nation since 1776. The Holy Father highlights the principles of liberty, equality, justice, democratic self-government, and the pursuit of happiness as foundational to the American experience.
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