What to know about Bishop Robert McElroy, who will soon be a cardinal

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43% : Bishop McElroy argued that the logic of denying pro-abortion politicians the Eucharist constitutes an "extremely expansive" litmus test that "applies sanctions very selectively and inconsistently," and that in his view abortion is being singled out to the detriment of other evils.
42% : McElroy has strongly asserted his views that the Eucharist ought not be denied to politicians who support the legalization of abortion.
36% :Some observers have noted the contrast between McElroy's outspoken opinion that the Eucharist not be denied to that of his former Archbishop, Salvatore Cordileone, who last week barred U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi from Holy Communion until she repents of her obstinate support for abortion.
35% : McElroy said he was opposed to a line which said "the threat of abortion remains our preeminent priority because it directly attacks life itself."
27% : In addition, he has often criticized what he sees as the elevation of abortion as a priority over other social concerns, such as the death penalty and care for migrants and the environment.

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