Archbishop Chaput in running to lead bishops

Denver Archbishop Charles Chaput was one of the few bishops in 2004 to publicly hold Catholic politicians and voters accountable for abandoning church doctrines in the voting booth. In a land bruised red and blue, that earned him a checkered reputation as both courageous and reactionary.

Now, can he be presidential?

Tom Reese, editor of America magazine, says the presidency traditionally passes to the current vice president (in this case, William Skylstad, of Spokane, Wash.) so the vice presidency is the race to watch. Factoring in seniority and tradition, other nominees are more likely to win. But given his outspokenness, if Chaput is elected, it would indicate approval for his unambiguous direction.

Bishop Skylstad comes with too much baggage considering the impending bankruptcy, among other things...

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