The papal election mirrors historical decision-making in Europe, resembling processes from 700 years ago before hereditary monarchies took over. Eligible cardinals, known for their red vestments, must be under 80 to participate in a conclave, which is a secretive electoral process. The voting involves four rounds per day until a candidate secures a two-thirds majority. If no candidate meets this threshold, ballots are burned to signal this outcome. The voting process illustrates the complexities of influence and strategic voting among cardinals.
The election of a new Pope illustrates a decision-making process reminiscent of 700 years ago, echoing pre-elected monarchical traditions, as outlined by Bruce Bueno de Mesquita.
During the conclave, cardinal electors, all chosen by the Pope and clad in red, immerse themselves in a rigorous and secretive voting process, fundamental to the papal election.
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