Why was John Paul II elected? Because of politics. This could be a factor here too. To try to mend, or keep America in faith, according how you look at things.

Why was John Paul II elected? Because of politics. This could be a factor here too. To try to mend, or keep America in faith, according how you look at things. I'm wondering one thing - how will this affect Catholics in countries like Russia or China. I imagine their leadership will not like this at all, China especially. I know, not many of people there are Catholic, but still.