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Yesterday’s selection of Pope Francis got me wondering: How does the new Holy Father compare against indie rock godfather and former Pixies frontman Black Francis?
Pope Francis
Black Francis
Namesake
St. Francis of Assisi
Name his dad wanted to give his next son
Means of elevation to current status
College of cardinals
College radio
Mass attendance
Excellent
Dropped out of UMass
Animal lover cred
Named after patron saint of animals
Named Doolittle after man who talked to animals
Spanish skills
Fluent
Amusing
Controversy involving B/breeders
Says only straight people should be able to get married or adopt kids
More critical acclaim for Kim Deal’s post-Pixies work
Believes God is number…
One
Seven
Followers
1.2 billion Catholics
Backing band called The Catholics
Mother Jones
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