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Vatican says Benedict will have no say on election of his successor

Article by: Associated Press
Updated: February 12, 2013 - 7:16 AM

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bizsmithFeb. 12, 13 8:20 AM

Why did it start that the Pope had to die to retire. This guy has some common sense.

biasedmediaFeb. 12, 13 8:20 AM

Election... kind of more is like a selection... "since Roman Catholic Church law requires cardinals, the pope's chief advisers, to elect his successor. There are 208 cardinals from 68 nations but only those under age 80 are eligible to vote." No wonder they struggle to adapt to a changing world.