Papa Francisco, Mano A Mano En C5n: "Es Triste Ser Huérfano De Patria"

The Power of Unity in the Face of Fragmentation

At the age of 10, you received a letter from the leaders of your country. Some did not sign it, but from the president to the vice-president, the head of government, and the social leaders, you were thanked. You expressed your gratitude, but also sent a message of encouragement. You urged them to join forces, to come together, to make something for the country, to move forward. You highlighted the contrast between the current state of Argentina, characterized by confrontation and inability to unite, and the potential for unity and progress.

The Danger of Internal Division

You also touched on the internal divisions within your country, likening them to a disease that damages every point it touches. You warned that internal divisions could be more destructive than external enemies. You drew parallels to the situation in Germany after the end of the Weimar Republic, where internal divisions led to the rise of Adolf Hitler. You emphasized the importance of unity and the dangers of internal conflict, suggesting that these divisions could weaken political affiliations and lead to the fragmentation of political parties.

The Call for a Historical Identity

You then made a powerful call for a historical identity, urging your readers to show their historical belonging. You compared this to a businessman showing his business papers, and you challenged them to show their political affiliations. You warned of the risks of not having a clear historical identity, and you expressed your fear of those who come to power without a history. You encouraged your readers to remember their history, to remember their roots, to remember their convictions, and to remember their responsibilities.

The Fragmentation of Argentina

Finally, you addressed the fragmentation of Argentina itself, attributing it to the triumph of egoism over communitarianism. You argued that this fragmentation is not inevitable, that it is not a reflection of the true nature of Argentina as a nation. You quoted a poem by Argentine poet Jorge Luis Dragón, expressing the pain of being orphaned by the nation. You suggested that this is a temporary state, that Argentina is not truly orphaned, but rather that it is in the process of reuniting with its motherland.

In conclusion, your message was one of unity, of overcoming internal divisions, of remembering history, and of reuniting with the motherland. It was a call to action, a call to remember who we are, where we come from, and what we stand for. It was a call to remember our responsibilities, to remember our roots, and to remember our convictions. It was a call to remember that we are not orphaned, but rather that we are in the process of reuniting with our motherland.