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Cardinal Tagle Faces Impostor Syndrome Amid Pope Speculation

5/1/2025

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Cardinal Luis Antonio Gokim Tagle of the Philippines, a prominent figure in discussions about the next pope, grapples with feelings of impostor syndrome regarding the role. At 67, his potential election would not only be historic but also symbolize the expanding influence of the Roman Catholic Church in Asia and Africa.

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Cardinal Luis Antonio Gokim Tagle of the Philippines, a prominent figure in discussions about the next pope, grapples with feelings of impostor syndrome regarding the role. At 67, his potential election would not only be historic but also symbolize the expanding influence of the Roman Catholic Church in Asia and Africa.