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Pope Leo says he voted in U.S. election because he's "proud to be an American"
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Key Points:
- Pope Leo XIV made history as the first sitting pontiff to vote in a U.S. election, casting a mail-in ballot in his native Chicago and expressing pride in exercising his civic right.
- The Vatican confirmed the pope's longstanding commitment to voting, noting he has participated in U.S. elections since 2000 and holds dual U.S. and Peruvian citizenship.
- Despite being unable to vote in Peru's recent election due to absentee ballot restrictions, Leo emphasized the importance of civic participation.
- The 71-year-old pope recently underwent successful surgery to remove a cancerous tumor from his right lung and is currently on a 12-day Latin America tour, feeling optimistic about his health and recovery.
- Leo highlighted the importance of early detection and regular medical checkups in his recovery, attributing his health to faith, medical care, and a healthy lifestyle.
