Papal conclave: All cardinals who will elect a new pope arrive in Rome

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50% : Among the questions addressed on Monday were "strong concern" about divisions within the Church, said the Vatican spokesman -- a possible reference to splits over Francis' decision to allow blessings for same-sex partners and to open discussion about the role of women in the Church. Cardinals also talked about the profile of a future pope -- "a figure who must be present, close, capable of being a bridge and a guide ... a shepherd close to the real life of the people," the spokesman said. CHANGING LISTS While there are a few cardinals seen as potential front-runners to succeed Francis -- two often mentioned are Italian Cardinal Pietro Parolin and Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle -- many of the voting clerics have not made up their minds.

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