The Government and Personal Responsibility

Rex and Mark had some very insightful words to say in discussing the post on being a good citizen of the world. I first wanted to say thanks to everyone in that discussion including Philip and Tammie for discussing it in such a loving and kind manner. Here is what Rex had to say: “Everybody […]

Christianity and Politics

Obama, Biden, McCain, and Palin all attend Christian churches. We tend to turn a blind eye when politicians do things for political expediency but what standard do you hold politicians to when they are also Christians? Is it fair for them to misquote the other on purpose for political expediency? Is it fair for them […]

We Can’t Afford John McCain? The Truth

I keep seeing this Obama commercial that says “We can’t afford John McCain.” That naturally made me wonder who is actually proposing more spending for the presidency. Wouldn’t it be odd if Obama said McCain can’t be afforded as a president if Obama was actually proposing more spending? I thought so. So I looked it […]

Half Truth Equals Political Lies

The Obama and McCain campaign commercials have so many half-truths in them. How many times have you heard that McCain wants to give the oil companies a 4 billion dollar tax cut? How many times have you heard that McCain is against equal wages for female workers? How many times have you heard Obama doesn’t […]

McCain – Obama Debate: Any Feedback?

In the middle of watching the debate and am curious what you all are thinking at this point? Obama is really giving off the lawyer vibe. McCain is giving the Bush chuckle. Should be an interesting four years either way you cut it. Isn’t it interesting that they are both for tax cuts, a strong […]

Who is Pulling for Barack Obama?

Can any of you name who said this about Barack Obama? “We like Mr. Obama and we hope he will win the election. He has a vision to change America.” I will give you a hint, it is not Brian McLaren. Brian McLaren continues his Obama parade with this new commercial. Answer – Ahmed Yousef, […]