Choosing the Next Pope: The Controversy Over Cardinal Parolin and a Call for a New Direction

Pope Francis’s health struggles have ignited discussions about his successor. Who are the top candidates? Will the next pope continue Francis’s legacy, or will the Vatican take a bold new direction? From Cardinal Pietro Parolin’s diplomacy to Cardinal Burke’s staunch traditionalism, the battle for the papacy could have global implications. The political forces at play, the future of the Church, and the role of faith in shaping the next era of leadership are all on the line.