He wouldn't have been *my* first choice (but then again that's why I'm not a male and a Cardinal ) I think overall it was probably a very good choice in that he's older and things will stay the same for awhile. The Church isn't ready for drastic change and I do believe that even with all the behind the scenes politicing (sp?, heck is that even a word) that the Holy Spirit did have her hand in this.

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