[RACooper]

I don't really see a North American Pope in the near future... most likely European or South American. However there has been some debate over the issue in various Catholic publications and media... many see this as an important or pivotal moment in the Church, which could be influenced by a new Pope to adopt a more liberal or conservative policies, with strong advocates on both sides... should be interesting either way, to see if they can live up to the standard set by Pope John Paul II.