Following the death of Pope Francis, Cardinal Timothy Dolan emerges as a prominent figure in considerations for the papacy. Although technically any baptized man can be a pope, candidates typically come from the College of Cardinals. Dolan, a well-known and charismatic archbishop of New York, is noted for his conservative values and robust defense of Catholic doctrine. Other American cardinals are also in the running, but Dolan's chances may be compromised as histories indicate a reluctance to select popes from major world powers.
Though the conclave of cardinals set to deliberate on a successor has not yet gathered, at least some cardinals have already discussed Francis's potential successor.
Dolan is recognized for his unwavering defense of the Catholic doctrine and is regularly in national media promoting the church, including in The Post.
But his chances appear to be slim, at least partly because the conclave tends to avoid electing popes from global superpowers.
Dolan said he was "honored" to have been part of the conclave that elected Francis in 2013 and welcomed him to the Big Apple for a visit in 2015.
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