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Tim Shriver Interviewed by José Díaz-Balart on MSNBC about Pope Francis’ Relationship with Special Olympics

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Special Olympics Chairman Tim Shriver shaking hands with Pope Francis outside of Saint Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City.

Special Olympics Chairman Tim Shriver was interviewed LIVE by MSNBC host José Díaz-Balart on Wednesday, 23 April following the Pontiff’s passing on Easter Monday. The two spoke about the long-standing relationship Pope Francis had with Special Olympics, and the lasting impact his leadership will have on future generations when it comes to inclusion.

Tim Shriver on Pope Francis: "He wanted to be close to the people on the margins."
Pope Francis was a champion of Special Olympics and an advocate for the power of sport in promoting unity and inclusion. Our Chairman Timothy Shriver joined MSNBC's José Díaz-Balart to share more on the Pope’s personal relationship with our athletes.

Remembering Pope Francis

Special Olympics is paying tribute to the legacy of Pope Francis.
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Athlete Gives Gold Medal to Pope Francis

More than a half-million young people from around the world greeted Pope Francis during his recent World Youth Day visit to Panama.
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Pope Francis Commemorates 50 Years of Special Olympics

The Special Olympics Italy Unified Cup team had the honor of attending a general audience with His Holiness in the Vatican.
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