Pope Francis unites divided Americans as Obama praises his work
by Rory Carroll in Washington from on (#NBAG)
Amid adoring crowds, the pope addresses climate change and touches on immigration as president reflects: 'You shake our conscience from slumber'
How many divisions has the pope? Stalin once sneered - but that was before the world's superpower swooned over Pope Francis. Rapturous crowds, a reverential White House welcome, a trumpet fanfare, TV networks hanging on his every word: the United States isn't merciful with his desire to be humble.
The pontiff's journey through the centres of US power and history began on Wednesday with an elaborate arrival ceremony and balmy sunshine at the White House's south lawn. "What a beautiful day the Lord has made," President Barack Obama beamed.
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