Rerum Novarum, Pope Leo XIII

In the Rerum Novarum, Pope Leo XIII makes several validated points in concordance with the time in which it was written. The Industrial Revolution, specifically, was having a huge impact on the social conditions in Europe. The rights and interests of laborers were put down for the betterment of state economies and owner privileges. The role of the Church was also changing. No longer was it a strong influence on the various European states, but now was needed to shape its role as a voice for the new oppressed coming out of the Industrial Revolution. Lastly, Pope Leo XIII calls for a dr…