All Points: Pope joins climate debate

Pope Francis has issued a message with sweeping statements on the environment and climate change. In a 184-page encyclical, Francis said relentless exploitation of the environment, motivated in part by reckless pursuit of profits and political shortsightedness, victimizes the world’s poor. He placed most of the blame for climate change on fossil fuels and human activity and warned of “serious consequences for all of us.” Do you believe the pope should take stands on such issues, or should he stay out of politics? Send no more than 150 words with your name, address and telephone number to letters@star-telegram.com. Deadline is Wednesday, publication Monday.

This story was originally published June 23, 2015 at 5:39 PM with the headline "All Points: Pope joins climate debate."