How is a new pope chosen?
April 21, 2025
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as posted by the channelSelecting a new pope is a centuriesold process involving rounds of secretive voting, speeches, prayers and a dose of political maneuvering. A previous version of this video said there were 137 cardinals eligible to vote for the next pope. There are 135. Read moreSubscribe to The Washington Post on YouTube
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