National Catholic Reporter, October 4th, 1996
The French trip of Pope John Paul II to commemorate the 1,500th anniversary of King Clovis met with fewer street demonstrations than expected. Government officials including French Pres. Jacques Chirac handled the papal visit without political mistakes. France is deeply divided on social issues.
LYON, France - Fog and drizzle greeted Pope John Paul II's arrival on French soil Sept. 19. Some thought the dreariness might be an omen - protests and threats had augured badly for weeks before - but during the next four days the sun shone more benevolently on the French visit than most people had da...
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