Pope Francis criticizes people who choose to have pets instead of children
CBSJUL 2022
The Spin
Narrative A
The Pope is overgeneralizing and missing the point of pet ownership. There are many valid reasons for not having children, and pets offer important companionship and emotional support.
Narrative B
The Pope was not denigrating pet owners but rather bringing attention to the unmatched selflessness required to raise a child, and the demographic crisis we might face if birth rates continue declining.
