David W Higgins: Ireland might not care for Catholic social teaching any more, but Pope Francis showed how far it can move the dial
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The potential for the next Pope to shape global issues is significant, particularly in discussions around AI and dignity at work. However, amidst scandals and declining influence in Ireland, Catholic social teaching has been overshadowed. Many in Irish society, after prominent votes in favor of gay marriage and abortion, are increasingly turning towards their own modern social doctrine, questioning the Vatican's relevance in contemporary moral discussions.
If his predecessors' impact on global politics is a guide, the next pontiff has huge potential to shape the global debate on issues such as AI and the dignity of work.
Irish society, influenced by scandals, increasingly distances itself from traditional Catholic social teachings, favoring modern perspectives on rights and freedoms.
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