His beliefs: Bagnasco is considered to be extremely conservative, with strong opinions against abortion and same-sex unions. But he’s also a proponent of social justice and rights for workers.
Why he might be pope: Many consider Cardinal Angelo Bagnasco a top papabili – or someone who could become the next pope — if the conclave wishes to return to an Italian pontiff.
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