LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following statement:

“Pope Francis was a once-in-a generation leader whose humility, compassion, and thoughtfulness impacted people from all religious backgrounds and walks of life.

His legacy reminds us that it is important to care for the poor and marginalized, and that, in times of strife and uncertainty, we too can exercise grace and understanding.  In the words of Pope Francis, ‘A little bit of mercy makes the world less cold and more just.’ May his memory be a blessing.”