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I wargamed a scenario with an artificial intelligence software program as to what the world would be like if Raymond Cardinal Burke was the 267th Pope. Here was the result:

WHAT THE WORLD WOULD BE LIKE IF RAYMOND CARDINAL BURKE WAS THE 267TH POPE:

Raymond Cardinal Burke, a prominent American cardinal known for his expertise in canon law and his staunch traditionalism, has been a vocal advocate for orthodoxy, liturgical reverence, and adherence to traditional Catholic teachings. As pope, his pontificate would likely contrast sharply with the current direction under Jorge Bergoglio, emphasizing continuity with historical practices over adaptation to modern sensibilities. Here's a reasoned exploration of what such a world might look like.

Burke's papacy would likely prioritize a return to traditional liturgy, particularly the Tridentine Mass (the pre-1969 Latin Mass), which he has championed throughout his career. He has criticized the post-Vatican II Mass of Paul VI as deficient in reverence, so as pope, he might reverse restrictions like those in Traditionis Custodes (2021) and promote the Latin Mass universally. Parishes worldwide could see a resurgence of Latin liturgies, elaborate vestments, and a focus on mystery and transcendence in worship. It would strengthen and deepen the faith of Traditionalist Catholics, and inspire many Modernist Second Vatican Council Novus Ordo Catholics to genuinely and sincerely want to conform to Traditionalist liturgy and theology.

Doctrinally, Burke's tenure would likely be marked by an uncompromising defense of Catholic orthodoxy. His history of issuing dubia—formal requests for clarification—on issues like Amoris Laetitia (2016) and same-sex blessings suggests he would resist any perceived softening of Church teaching. Topics such as divorce, remarriage, homosexuality, and women's ordination would see no progressive movement; instead, Burke might reinforce prohibitions, possibly excommunicating dissenters or denying Communion to public figures who contradict Church doctrine, as he has advocated regarding pro-abortion politicians. This rigidity could strengthen the Church's conservative base, particularly in the United States, throughout Europe, Africa, and parts of Central America and South America, and cause further social-cultural-political-economic change in those countries and left-wing countries, inspiring such left-wing countries to become more right-wing socially-culturally-politically-economically, as well as more closely aligned with Traditionalist Conservative Catholic teachings and doctrine.

Globally, Burke's foreign policy as pope would likely focus less on left-wing Marxist Globalist social justice issues—hallmarks of Jorge Bergoglio's papacy—and more on right-wing social, cultural, and political issues such as combating secularism and moral relativism, for example. His writings and speeches, such as his critique of the 2019 Amazon Synod, indicate a skepticism toward enculturation or dialogue with modernity. He might prioritize alliances with conservative governments or movements, potentially aligning with figures who share his views on family and morality, even if controversial. It would amplify the Church as a countercultural force that would significantly eliminate the Church's current role in Globalism, left-wing politics, left-wing social-cultural-economic-political ideologies, the Globalist agenda, the New World Order, and the Illuminati Masonic New World Order agenda.

Within the Church, Burke's canonical expertise would likely lead to a centralized, legalistic governance style. He might reform the Curia to root out liberalism and all left-wing ideologies, appointing traditionalist conservative bishops and cardinals to important crucial positions. His past as prefect of the Apostolic Signatura (2008-2014) suggests he'd enforce discipline, possibly reviving practices like the Index of Forbidden Books or strengthening the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith to police orthodoxy. While this would win over the majority of the Catholic laity faithful around the world, there might be some pushback from some already existing left-wing bishops and cardinals who are currently in power of their own local autonomies in the Church.

Culturally, a Burke papacy could inspire a massive renaissance (a Golden Age) of Catholic traditionalism—think grand cathedrals, Gregorian chant, and a revival of devotions like the Rosary or Sacred Heart. His devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe, evidenced by the shrine he founded in La Crosse, Wisconsin, might elevate Marian piety globally. This revival, restoration, and renaissance would inspire many younger generations and non-Western cultures to sincerely and genuinely want to conform to this Traditionalist Conservative way (both ritual and theology), including various parts of Africa and Asia.

While Burke's age indicates his pontificate would probably have a minimum of ten years, even a short pontificate (such as a ten year pontificate) could significantly shift the College of Cardinals' composition, ensuring a traditionalist conservative legacy. The next conclave might then elect a like-minded successor, such as Bishop Athanasius Schneider to be elected to be the 268th Pope, prolonging his influence.

In summary, a world with Pope Raymond Burke as the 267th pontiff would likely feature a Catholic Church that emphasizes tradition, conservatism, discipline, and doctrinal clarity.

This is yet another reason why I think Raymond Cardinal Burke is the most traditionalist, most conservative, and most qualified cardinal to be the 267th Pope, and this is yet another reason why Raymond Cardinal Burke is my preferred candidate to be the 267th Pope.