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Article: Pope's abortion words stir dispute // Catholic resentment voiced
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- Chicago Sun-Times
- Article date:
- September 20, 1987
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Some Catholics in Chicago reacted angrily Saturday when Pope
John Paul II used his last scheduled public appearance in the United
States to attack American acceptance of abortion.
Although the pope had addressed the issue of abortion on several
occasions during his 10-day tour, his remarks made Saturday in
Detroit were the first directed against the U.S. position.
Several Catholics queried about the pope's stance while leaving
Holy Name Cathedral Saturday night were unhappy with his comments.
"He is wrong in attacking the U.S. and speaking against
abortion," said North Sider Annabelle Lee, 30.
"It's not his business, it's not even the boyfriend's business,
since it's the woman's ...