Ronald A. Hicks

Ronald A. Hicks is a prominent Catholic bishop who has recently been appointed as the new Archbishop of New York, succeeding the influential Timothy Dolan. At 58 years old, Hicks previously served as the Bishop of Joliet, Illinois, and is known for his progressive stance within the Church, focusing on issues related to the poor and immigrants. His background includes five years in El Salvador leading humanitarian efforts, and he has been a key figure in the Catholic community in Chicago, closely associated with the more progressive elements of the Church under Cardinal Blase Cupich.