VOICED : El Salvadors Romero slain bishop beatified

Archbishop Oscar Romero was assassinated by right-wing elements who viewed him as too leftist. Despite his death sparking a civil war, his legacy as a champion of the poor endures. His beatification was delayed due to conservative opposition but progressed under Pope Francis. Justice remains elusive, with no convictions despite a UN report identifying culprits. The case highlights political and legal challenges in El Salvador.

What challenges did the Catholic Church face in the beatification process of Romero?

In what ways has Romero's legacy influenced human rights movements in Latin America?