Summary
A recent Conclave, several key events took place regarding the votes for Robert Cardinal Prevost. According to analysis by Francesco Capozza of Il Tempo newspaper, some conservative votes supporting Erdö shifted towards Prevost with assurances of doctrinal and liturgical normalization prior to the Conclave. Luigi C. also reported that not all conservative votes fully aligned with Prevost’s support in the final rounds. The article highlights discrepancies in voting numbers for Pietro Parolin. While initial estimates ranged from 35-45 votes, some sources suggest as many as 30 or more, possibly even reaching a quarter of a hundred votes in the first round on May 7. Capozza’s analysis contradicts earlier reports suggesting that all these votes went to Prevost. Despite uncertainty about exact numbers for Parolin, there is consensus that most initial votes were with Erdö, primarily from conservative groups who voted unanimously in favor of Erdö during the early rounds. Later, some factions met at modern rooms within Santa Marta to discuss and finalize strategy before the final decisive round on May 8. Throughout these discussions, Cardinal Luigi Taruscio remained a key player as he moved towards backing Prevost, although his exact role in the decision-making process remains unclear. The article emphasizes that understanding precise voting dynamics requires piecing together testimonies and analyzing various sources, highlighting the complexity of such electoral processes within the Catholic Church hierarchy.
Key Topics
Vatican City, Parolin, Prevost
