He's not that open-minded.

• Author: Goldenberg, Stuart
• Position: Pope Francis's response to lesbian publisher - No Comment - Brief article

In late August, the Vatican scrambled to clarify that Pope Francis, in writing to thank and bless a lesbian publisher who sent him children's books that promote tolerance of gay families, did not mean to convey acceptance of her lifestyle. The blessing, said a papal spokesman, did not cover "any possible teachings that are...