“As Cardinal, New Pope Walked Fine Line On Economic Issues” By EditorUpdated on Feb 16, 2017. Posted on Aug 28, 2013 Read a March 25, 2013, NPR story that examines Francis’ record on economic issues before he became pope. Website http://www.npr.org/2013/03/25/175252244/as-cardinal-new-pope-walked-fine-line-on-economic-issues CategoriesBeliefs & practices, Church & state, Congregations, Faith leaders, Government & politics, Poverty & welfare, Race & ethnicity, Society & culture LocationsCentral & South America, United States of America FaithsCatholicism, Christianity LanguagesEnglish