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May 7, 2025 
Terry Moran, ABC's senior national correspondent reporting from Rome, discusses the impending papal conclave and the frontrunners like Cardinal Pietro Perolin and Cardinal Antonio Tagle. He explores the critical issues facing the Catholic Church, from financial struggles to ideological divides. Pierre Thomas, ABC's Chief Justice Correspondent, dives into the troubling online exploitation network known as 764, shedding light on its national security risks and the urgent need for parental awareness. Together, they tackle these pressing global concerns.
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Conclave's Central Debate
- The conclave focuses on whether to continue Pope Francis's outreach to a secular world or reinforce traditional church teachings.
- There's consensus on serving the poor and war-affected, providing a common ground for different factions.
Papal Frontrunners Variety
- The frontrunners include Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, Cardinal Peter Erdo, and Cardinal Christian Tumi.
- Their backgrounds show a spectrum from cautious Vatican governance to joyful progressivism and strong cultural conservatism.
Conclave Duration Expectations
- Many cardinals expect a short conclave due to shared views from Pope Francis's appointments.
- Conservatives predict a longer process, hoping to find a candidate agreeable across factions.