The Economy of Francesco and Other Dangerous Delusions

In Two Thousand Nineteen, Pope Francis began discussing a set of ideas that have come to be referred to as “The Economy of Francesco.” Vatican News described it as, “a worldwide movement of young people who aim to change the current economic models and craft a future that is more inclusive and just.” As the idea has taken shape over the last two years, one aspect of it is becoming increasingly apparent. Throughout the discussion, there is little, if any, discussion of the supernatural power of God or of humanity’s need to rely upon Him as the source of all that is good. While such omissions are commonplace in economic plans drafted by governments and other secular organizations, they are startling when they are inspired – indeed even named after – the world’s best known religious leader. This episode examines the many ways in which "The Economy of Francesco" is really more a prescription for Socialism, rather than a moral and ethical framework.