"For me, policy is best when connected to the roots, and roots are best when connected to policy. So I encourage you all to stay connected...and walk with real people while doing the activism. Lord knows we need folks who are engaged."

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Source: Pope Francis Brings 'New Gifts' to the Future of the Catholic Church. Interview with Ray Suarez, www.pbs.org. March 12, 2013.

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Simone Campbell

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Simone Campbell is a prominent Catholic activist and executive director of NETWORK, known for her advocacy on social justice and healthcare reform.

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