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The Vatican breaks with Mafiosi

John Laurenson, Lemezia Terme, ItalyMarch 12, 2015

The Italian mafia has long enjoyed a cozy relationship with the Catholic church, but under the leadership of Pope Francis, the Vatican has launched an unprecedented effort to sever its ties to organized crime. Last year, Pope Francis said Mafiosi were 'excommunicated.' Some priests have also been taking a stand against the mafia in their local area

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