After several failed votes, and the despite the collapse of the Fossati, Pacelli and Schulte candidacies, the College of Cardinals has failed to reach the required threshold to elect a Pope. In the latest ballots Cardinals Tisserant and Hlond have formally declined further nomination due to limited support, making it all but certain that the new Pope will be elected between Cardinals Villeneuve and Schuster.
Alfredo Ildefonso Schuster (b. 1880, Italy)• Archbishop of Milan, Cardinal Schuster is a moderate conservative with a major emphasis on spirituality, believing the Church needs to place pastoral emphasis above all. Though not entirely subservient, Schuster is known for being a reliable supporter of Mussolini.
Jean-Marie-Rodrigue Villeneuve (b. 1883, Canada)• Archbishop of Québec, Cardinal Villeneuve is an outspoken and media-savvy prelate, having successfully used radio to reach a large audience. An ultra conservative and staunch traditionalist, he is also committed to political neutrality and for the Church to focus on social issues.
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