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Why Pope Francis wants us to stop worshipping capitalism

Clip: 9/17/2015 | 8m 22s

Why Pope Francis wants us to stop worshipping capitalism

Pope Francis has bluntly criticized global capitalism for causing environmental destruction and tragic consequences for world's poorest. Ahead of the pontiff's first visit to the United States, economics correspondent Paul Solman takes a closer look at his economic beliefs.

09/17/2015 | Rating NR

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