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It is interesting to me how the election of Leo XIV parallels that of Pope John Paul II in 1978 (the year of three popes). Both were relatively unknown cardinals who were dark horse candidates who few, if any, expected to be elected pope. Neither was prominent on the international stage. Both were a surprise to most people. Also, they both came from countries, Poland and the U.S./Peru, which had never before given us a pope. Both came on the scene at opportune times in their respective countries. John Paul II contributed to the collapse of communism. Perhaps Pope Leo will add balance on the issue of immigration and migrant rights in the U.S., although how this will play out remains to be seen.