Pope Francis’ progressive legacy remembered in Bay Area for LGBTQ, immigration, environmental stands

Pope Francis never visited California or his holy namesake’s city by the bay, but in many ways, the heart of his message made a tremendous imprint here.

The first pope from Latin America preached about the humanity of immigrants and protecting the environment and famously — and surprisingly — stated about gay people “who am I to judge?” — all themes that resonated in the largely liberal Bay Area.

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