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Charlatan · 11-04-2004, 08:04 AM

I think what many are reacting to is the fundamental belief that religion and politics should remain seperate.

The Bush stratigests purposefully played the religion card. They motivated a segment of society that views God (and the morality that God implies) to get out and vote for someone who shares their belief. The evangelical sector of America is *very* organised and *very* motivated.

I see no need to scapegoat or blame. I just sit back in awe at their determination and drive. I sit back in awe the same way I would of any special interest group that manages to tip the balance in their favour (be that the NAACP, Gay, White Supremists, Parents in need of daycare).

If anything, this has convinced me just how strong a figure God is in American politics (right or wrong). The people who are upset by this, generally speaking, just can't fathom the depth of faith many of these people have. I know I can't.

To me (and many others) God has no place in politics. This is one of the few things I am absolutely firm on when it comes to the political sphere. It toubles me to my core when I think that God will have anything to do with the direction in which *any* country will be steered.

(by the way... I AM A LIBERAL thinking and acting person... damn proud of it... but then I am Canadian so it's to be expected, isn't it)

11-04-2004, 08:04 AM	#30 (permalink)
Charlatan Getting it. Super Moderator Location: Lion City	I think what many are reacting to is the fundamental belief that religion and politics should remain seperate. The Bush stratigests purposefully played the religion card. They motivated a segment of society that views God (and the morality that God implies) to get out and vote for someone who shares their belief. The evangelical sector of America is very organised and very motivated. I see no need to scapegoat or blame. I just sit back in awe at their determination and drive. I sit back in awe the same way I would of any special interest group that manages to tip the balance in their favour (be that the NAACP, Gay, White Supremists, Parents in need of daycare). If anything, this has convinced me just how strong a figure God is in American politics (right or wrong). The people who are upset by this, generally speaking, just can't fathom the depth of faith many of these people have. I know I can't. To me (and many others) God has no place in politics. This is one of the few things I am absolutely firm on when it comes to the political sphere. It toubles me to my core when I think that God will have anything to do with the direction in which any country will be steered. (by the way... I AM A LIBERAL thinking and acting person... damn proud of it... but then I am Canadian so it's to be expected, isn't it) __________________ "My hands are on fire. Hands are on fire. Ain't got no more time for all you charlatans and liars." - Old Man Luedecke Last edited by Charlatan; 11-04-2004 at 08:06 AM..