Liberals.

The article is one giant euphemism for "The future looks more hopeful because priests are more liberal under Pope Francis." 

As for me--I was happy the Church was finally starting to get over the 1970's.  Unfortunately the election of Pope Francis set the clock right back to 1970. 

What I have noticed among seminaries and seminarians is that they tend to adopt whatever trends the Pope adopts.  Hence, a conservative pope means more conservative seminaries and seminarians.  More liberal pope means more liberal seminaries and seminarians.

I wish they would just be who they are and not worry about being trendy.  Just because the pope has certain preferences in theology or pastoral care does not mean everyone has to adopt them.  This goes for liberal and conservative popes.  Priests and bishops should be their own people.