Francis makes cardinals less European and more pastoral

Three choices from the United States show his desire to shift the power balance from culture warriors in favour of pastoral moderates

Pope Francis named a new batch of cardinals today meaning he has chosen almost 40 per cent of the men who will elect his successor...

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