Pope Francis called on Donald Trump
to promote peace and work for a society without hatred,
discrimination and exclusion in the pontiff's message for his
inauguration as United States President on Monday.
"On the occasion of your inauguration as the forty-seventh
President of the United States of America, I offer cordial
greetings and the assurance of my prayers that Almighty God will
grant you wisdom, strength and protection in the exercise of
your high duties," read the message.
"Inspired by your nation's ideals of being a land of opportunity
and welcome for all, it is my hope that under your leadership
the American people will prosper and always strive to build a
more just society, where there is no room for hatred,
discrimination or exclusion.
"At the same time, as our human family faces numerous
challenges, not to mention the scourge of war, I also ask God to
guide your efforts in promoting peace and reconciliation among
peoples.
"With these sentiments, I invoke upon you, your family, and the
beloved American people an abundance of divine blessings".
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