Francesco Forgione
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Francesco Forgione may refer to:
- Pio of PietrelcinaPio of PietrelcinaSaint Pio of Pietrelcina was a Capuchin priest from Italy who is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church. He was born Francesco Forgione, and given the name Pio when he joined the Capuchins; he was popularly known as Padre Pio after his ordination to the priesthood. He became famous for his ...
, Italian priest, popularly known as Padre Pio - Francesco Forgione (politician)Francesco Forgione (politician)Francesco Forgione is a member of the Italian Chamber of Deputies and the Communist Refoundation Party. He was chairman of the Antimafia Commission in 2006-2008.-References:...
, Italian politician of the Communist Refoundation Party, president of the Antimafia Commission, 2006–2008