The conclave to elect a new pope, scheduled to begin May 7, is governed by two texts: a rule book and a prayer book. The rule book is the apostolic constitution, "Universi Dominici Gregis" ("Shepherd ...

There's a general rule of thumb in these United States: If you're a member of a county or local school board and people around the country know your name, that's so seldom a good sign. Sure, if you're ...