Most American Catholics believe that history will judge Pope John Paul II favorably -- either as a great pope, or even one of the greatest ever. Seven in 10 predict the Catholic Church will make him a saint. Most American Catholics also say the choice of the next pope will matter to them personally, and also to the world. Still, many Catholics disagree with major teachings of the church and want the new pope to change them. (Gallup Alert 4/4/05)
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