How would you examine this speech in terms of a possibility of reconciliation?

During his trip to Mexico in 2016, Pope Francis said the following about the suffering of indigenous people in his address in Chiapas State:
"On many occasions, in a systematic and organized way, your people have been misunderstood and excluded from society. Some have considered your values, culture and traditions to be inferior. Others, intoxicated by power, money and market trends, have stolen your lands or contaminated them. How sad this is. How worthwhile it would be for each of us to examine our conscience and learn to say, 'Forgive me!'"

What will be an ideal response?


In addressing the question, respondents need to point out to the issue that forgiveness alone does not automatically result in restoration. But that forgiveness is a starting point for reconciliation. Responses may then refer to the characteristics of reconciliation, including any of the following in the statement: Victim and offender want to remain in the relationship; each believes the other will behave in a benevolent manner; they discuss what happened; they express the hurt; listen for the remorse; and, begin to establish trust.

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What will be an ideal response?

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