| superchunk said: Regardless of his personal religious views, a person holding a public office in the US cannot promote that faith with his office. That is where this gov is coming too close for comfort. As a Muslim I wouldn't even want to see a Muslim politician stating something like that. Its just against the foundation of this nation as our forefathers (who were not predominately christian) wanted that separation in the first place to prevent religion from creating separation in the union as it has done to every other part of the world. Freedom of religion and the complete separation of church and state is vital for any long term success of a multi-cultural nation which the US is more so than anyone else. |
Where is it written, and against ther law, to promote one's religion when in office? I would say that, if the person does it while they are in their role in office, that is an issue with the understanding of the establishment clause. Beyond this though, saying this is in line with what the Christian faith says. From a practical level, we are NOT all brothers and sisters. Outside of genetics, there needs to be something to base similar belief on. This doesn't mean people can't get along, and be neighbors. But the term "brother and sister"? I say he is correct there. And he might as well be honest and say he does want to evangelize.
