U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz Statement on Pope Benedict's Resignation

WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) issued the following statement regarding Pope Benedict's resignation:

Pope Benedict has led the Catholic Church with humble strength for nearly eight years. Throughout his tenure, the Pope has stood for principle, a true intellectual powerhouse who has made a deep impact on the life of countless Christians throughout the world. My prayers are with Catholics in Texas and worldwide during this momentous transition. Pope Benedict will be dearly missed.

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