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1 On Jul 18th, 2007, at 7:00am, darlene lapinski wrote:
YES religion is a form of what some one wants to believe, a far cry from the love of christ. any one can be religious about any thing
2 On Jul 18th, 2007, at 11:37am, tom wrote:
Yes, I do plan to vote in Georgia’s U.S. presidential primary election.
I will cast my vote for a Republican candidate, the only strict constitutionalist who is a consistent force for limited government, state’s rights and sound money, as well as a man so pro-life that he has personally delivered over 4000 babies while never taking a dime in federal welfare money for his services. He is so committed to life that he wants to never attack other nations preemptively.
I will vote for Congressman Ron Paul.
3 On Jul 18th, 2007, at 8:58pm, Greg Zahner wrote:
A man with a plan, Dennis Kucinich. But I got respect for the Ron Paul vote. My only advice be careful of Guiliani and Romney, they are just another class of sleezy politicians. Guiliani hides behind 9-11 and Romney hides behind fake Republican ideals.
4 On Jul 22nd, 2007, at 1:47pm, Tommy Vowell wrote:
Yes, I’ll vote, but my “man” has not come onto the scene yet. I don’t have a particular one in mind, but the ones already campaigning are not my choice. If I have to choose, I’d take McCain right now. I’ll vote Republican most likely although I am pretty much fed up with the party affiliation mess!
5 On Jul 23rd, 2007, at 12:07pm, Karen wrote:
Yes! I’ll vote for Obama, the greatest candidate ever! In the general election, I’ll be happy to vote for either Obama or Clinton or Edwards - all terrific candidates who truly typify my own Christian values! It’s so sad to see those “Christian” Republican candidates who are the very definition of “hypocrite.” Wonder who the next one is to be found consorting with prostitutes!
6 On Jul 23rd, 2007, at 2:16pm, Greg Z wrote:
Karen, I agree with how you vote. That is for sure! However, don’t go making fun of the prostitute mess. I think Dems and Reps are just as religious. I don’t think Reps are anymore pious than Dems. However, they all make the same mistakes. Don’t forget the Bill Clinton mess. Scandal does not know party affiliation. I don’t like conservatives telling me I am a sinner for being liberal. But don’t do the same thing back to conservatives. Let them be the hypocrites, not us.
7 On Jul 29th, 2007, at 6:00pm, Tom Christman wrote:
Yes, I will vote in the Missouri Presidential primary election.
8 On Jul 31st, 2007, at 5:55pm, Carol Caldwell wrote:
Definitely! If Christians are INFORMED and INVOLVED, we WILL vote in every election. Each Christian can be formed in this day and age. There is NO excuse to being uninformed. BE AN INFORMED VOTER!
9 On Aug 2nd, 2007, at 10:50am, Richard Centner wrote:
I know Cong. Paul from working on the Hill, but to say we invited 9/11 is nuts. Islamists declared war against us and attacked us on 9/11. Since ‘79 (the Iranian hostage crisis) there are over 50 terrorist acts against us by Militant Islamist Extremists—only five after we liberated Iraq. We were Islamic terrorist targets long before we attacked Saddam. Al Qaeda also stated their goal of creating a worldwide Islamic caliphate, resurrecting the Islamic empires of the Middle Ages, when they ruled most of the civilized world, from Spain to India, from northern Africa to parts of southern Europe. If we leave Iraq, they’ll follow us home. As for Kucinich, his “soak the rich” tax policies would clobber many middle class retirees – incl. me and my wife, both disabled, with an annual income under 75K, made up of investment income as well as pensions. My pro-life vote in the Texas GOP primary is leaning toward Romney, but I’d certainly consider Huckabee or Fred Thompson.
10 On Aug 3rd, 2007, at 10:10am, AB Taylor wrote:
Noah Webster (The father of public education in
America) said: When you become entitled to
exercise the right of voting for public officers, let it be impressed on your mind that
God commands you to choose for rulers just men
who will rule in the fear of God. The preservation of a republican government depends
on the faithful discharge of this duty”. No
candidate running at present fits that bill other than Ron Paul!!!!
11 On Aug 3rd, 2007, at 10:01pm, Richard Centner wrote:
Ron Paul himself has never said anything to indicate that the motivation for his positions is “fear of God.” As a PCA member, I’m guided by a belief that God is sovereign, that all things are done according to His good pleasure, and to His glory, not mine or anyone else’s. I believe that God would want me to defend my home, as the Romans did (Pax Romana). Jesus addressed “Blessed are the peacemakers” to individuals, not to nations. Sadly, Cong. Paul, like most Libertarians seems ignorant of John Stuart Mill’s observation, “War is an ugly thing, but not the ugliest of things. The decayed and degraded state of moral and patriotic feeling which thinks that nothing is worth war is much worse. The person who has nothing for which he is willing to fight, nothing which is more important than his own personal safety, is a miserable creature and has no chance of being free unless made and kept so by the exertions of better men than himself.” MAJ Richard Centner, Army, Ret.
12 On Aug 5th, 2007, at 2:18pm, David S wrote:
Yes, I will be voting in Missouri during the primary. I will likely vote on the Republican ballot (we do not have to declare a party until each primary) this time. My vote is for Mike Huckabee. He is conservative on most social issues but cares for the average person too. He has demonstrated Christian values in past actions as a Governor and has a very good view of education and taxes. http://www.mikehuckabee.com check out his position for yourself. In the general election if we do not have a solid choice on the DEM or GOP I will be voting for a third party.
13 On Aug 7th, 2007, at 9:43am, Wm. Lynn Dixon wrote:
As an “unaffiliated” voter, I will not vote on partisan issues in the next primary here in Wyoming. I find registering with a party for that purpose a prostitution of my personal beliefs. As a former ministerial staff member and MSC church strengthener here in Wyoming and as one who continues in evangelical efforts throughout this state and elsewhere I can tell you that, if it happens, I will vote for no presidential candidate with ties to the Latter Day Saints. From experience, I have known this cult to be exclusive and prejudicial when dealing with persons outside their community. It is a part of their doctrine of long time past and is apparent when members achieve political status in a community. I have also counseled persons who, when having decided to leave the cult, were shunned by their own family. While this may not be the practice of many, it is representative of the belief.
14 On Aug 8th, 2007, at 5:52pm, Jim wrote:
Yes, I am going to vote in the primary in the state of Texas. It was easy to see that Mike huckabee has good strong Christian values. He really means what he says. We all should really look at the persons values and the way they have voted in the past. Please don’t let politics get in the way of who you vote for as president.
15 On Aug 10th, 2007, at 1:06pm, Pablo Juarez wrote:
Yes, I will vote for Hillary Clinton. I am a Hispanic and it is sad to hear republicans talking about God’s love, but it is just hypocrisy. I do not think they are Christians. they are bad people.
16 On Aug 12th, 2007, at 8:42am, Tom Legan wrote:
At this point I am predisposed to avoiding the primary election as i cannot find a candidate who represents my moral and Christian beliefs. i will likely wait until the general election, hold my nose, and vote republican. as the GOP tends to support Godly precepts. The DEMS most certainly do not.
17 On Aug 12th, 2007, at 9:24pm, luther marvin walters wrote:
from what i have seen brownback is the best choice. he’s got a good long track record.
18 On Aug 14th, 2007, at 3:49pm, Shirley D. wrote:
Yes, I intend to vote in my Presidential primary in Texas. It is my belief that a Christian should vote in all elections. The U.S. was founded by Christians and our founders and Constitution and laws are based on Judeo-Christian principles and morality. I strongly agree with A.B. Taylor and his quote from Noah Webster about voting for persons with a fear (awe) of God to preserve our Republic (but not with his choice of candidates).
I also agree with Wm. Lynn Dixon’s comments about the
Mormon church. I have read widely about the founders of this cult and their doctrines. It behooves Christians to educate themselves about the various cults and other religions in America. There are a number of informative books on the market. Walter Martin’s revised The Kingdom of the Cults is the classic. I am appalled by Christians who say they will vote for a member of the LDS (Mormon church), placing “conservative” values above beliefs and practices.
19 On Aug 24th, 2007, at 11:26am, Lori Bische wrote:
Since I’m an Independent (I am registered with the Constitution Party), I only get to vote in the “big elections.” But I’m not willing to change my party on my voter registration just for the privilege of voting in a primary. In my opinion, neither the Democrats nor Republicans are moral enough for me to be counted with them.
I chose the Constitution Party because of their platform - which, like our founding fathers, acknowledges Jesus Christ as the head of this country and government.
“The Constitution Party gratefully acknowledges the blessing of our Lord
and Savior Jesus Christ as Creator, Preserver and Ruler of the Universe and
of these United States. We hereby appeal to Him for mercy, aid, comfort,
guidance and the protection of His Providence as we work to restore and
preserve these United States.”
20 On Aug 24th, 2007, at 12:13pm, Susan wrote:
Yes I will be voting. I will be voting for McCain because the other choices have not put into practice their supposed religious belief (Gulianni especially). Although the GOP candidates are not perfect, NONE of the democrats support the biblical truths of sanctity of life and that homosexual behavior is a sinful lifestyle choice. Your vote will decide whether millions of innocent babies will continue to be aborted during their tenure. Even if you argue with Bush over the war, you should concede that he got Partial Birth Abortions banned under his clock. You are making a decision that future generations will have to live with by the liberal laws they will attempt to pass if put into office. You can dislike the candidate and still support the fact that they will vote your Christian values more than the others.
21 On Aug 29th, 2007, at 8:55am, Bruce Willis wrote:
Yes, I will be voting in my state primary election. I have not yet been led by the Holy Spirit as to whom I will vote for. I trust John McCain and think Mike Huckabee would be a good president. However, I must study more fully their and other’s positions on the issues as I prayerfully seek God’s will for my life in voting for a President.
22 On Sep 3rd, 2007, at 9:52pm, Mike Phillips wrote:
I will definitely be voting in the GOP primaries. This election is too important to vacate the electoral process. I fully support Mike Huckabee as the only candidate in the GOP party who holds to the same cultural, spiritual, and political values that I hold to. I think it’s important that we vote according to our convictions on the issues and not according to “who can beat” another candidate as Richard Land seems to be doing according to his statements quoted on ABC yesterday. Mike Huckabee can beat Hillary - but it’s not about that....it’s about who is the best man for the office of President. And Mike Huckabee wins my vote for that reason.
Mike Phillips
[ to hear Mike Huckabee’s response to Richard Land]
23 On Sep 4th, 2007, at 2:37pm, Betty Jo Cook Van wrote:
How are we getting all these comments on a Christian web site? Christ with a ‘little’ ‘C’? Respect if not religion. My Savior is no brother of Lucifer as the cult believes. My beliefs are clearly defined in Scripture. As a Christian, I will vote. I will also continue to seek Christian advice because I have no way to personally interview every candidate. Thank you for this ministry opportunity of information.
24 On Sep 4th, 2007, at 2:44pm, Donnie Kanehl wrote:
Yes it is important to vote according to our values and convictions, so tell me how a good CHRISTIAN can vote liberal dems who push abortion rights and the gay agenda. No the GOP is not perfect but they are a lot better than the alternative.
25 On Sep 4th, 2007, at 6:38pm, Jonathan wrote:
I will vote… the 1st presidential candidate i am actually excited about… Ron Paul…
26 On Sep 4th, 2007, at 6:42pm, Greg Z wrote:
It IS possible to be a good Christian and be pro-choice and for equal rights for all people, heterosexual or non-heterosexual.
27 On Sep 4th, 2007, at 10:32pm, Donnie Kanehl wrote:
If as a Christian, you don’t want to vote a member of a cult into office. Then why would you want to vote a Muslim into Office.http://www.insightmag.com/Media/MediaManager/Obama_2.htm
28 On Sep 4th, 2007, at 10:38pm, Betty Jo Cook Van wrote:
If we do not inform ourselves and vote the ‘better’ of the two (or multiple) evils are we no better than those who consistently straddle the fence in other situations? As Christians, we must be hot or cold. To sit and wait and see is to allow what has already begun taking our country down, apathy. We are given the ability to discern what the Lord would have us do, if we consistently stay in His Word. We must vote.
29 On Sep 5th, 2007, at 9:06am, Eddie Jordan wrote:
I’m not sure who i will vote for, but I know who I WILL not vote for. GOD knows who will win the election, and he gives all a choice who to vote for. (GOD BE WITH US ALL) to make the right choice !!!
Eddie C. Jordan
30 On Sep 5th, 2007, at 9:40pm, Greg Z wrote:
I think a Muslim president would be a great thing for this country. . .
but anyway yes, yes, YES we are blessed with a country were we have the power to vote so vote. i dunno know about you but i think its kinda annoying how so many people don’t vote and yet they complain about the government.
31 On Sep 6th, 2007, at 10:33pm, Richard Centner wrote:
A former Utahn, I’m familiar with the LDS Church & its doctrines. I was a staffer for Mormon Cong. Dan Marriott (R-UT) from ‘79-’82. He had me handle issues affecting the LDS Church, to avoid conflicts of interest. Those opposing Romney for his religious beliefs must explain why secular humanists shouldn’t oppose Christians for the same reason. To them, Christians believe in an unreal God and in fairy tale miracles. Whether true or not, they believe it, and it can bias their voting. Should we allow the fact that LDS theology is heretical be the sole reason we withhold our vote? I count on the Lord to give us a slate that includes the man He wants, but he may not be the “perfect” candidate. God did use the pagan Cyrus to free the Jews in the OT, after all. [2 Chron 36] Between a pro-life LDS candidate & a pro-choice nominal Christian, I’ll take the Mormon every time. I don’t know who my vote is going to yet, but I won’t dismiss any of them out of hand.
32 On Sep 12th, 2007, at 1:01am, Henry Brown wrote:
I’ll be voting for Ron Paul. Restore our Republic, and let’s return to our Constitution. If we follow the guidelines set up by our Founding Fathers as set up in the Constitution, we would have avoided many of the disasters which we are now in - Iraq, a collapsing dollar, and a nation in debt and bankruptcy.
- Major Hank Brown, USMC
33 On Sep 12th, 2007, at 12:44pm, Mike Phillips wrote:
Yes Major Brown, Ron Paul’s position is quite clear - 9/11 is America’s fault and so are all our other problems. Negative leadership won’t fix a thing.
Thanks for serving your country - even if it is in horrible shape by Ron Paul’s estimation.
34 On Sep 12th, 2007, at 4:46pm, Richard Centner wrote:
Maj. Brown, Ron Paul, and those like them make a fatal error in their view of Iraq, where Al Qaeda has chosen to open a front. There were TWO fatwas: 1996
(http://www.pbs.org/newshour/terrorism/international/fatwa_1996.html) and the 1998 declaration: (http://www.pbs.org/newshour/terrorism/international/fatwa_1998.html) The key passage in 1998 reads, “We - with God’s help - call on every Muslim who believes in God and wishes to be rewarded to comply with God’s order to KILL THE AMERICANS and plunder their money WHEREVER AND WHENEVER they find it.” The U.S. is the “Great Satan” not because we are the most evil, but because the Islamists see us as the nation that most tempts young Muslims to a live in depravity. U.S. pop culture is everywhere and, thus, must be obliterated if Islamic virtue is to be protected. Islamists are fighting an ideological war that can end only in total victory. Coexistence isn’t an option. MAJ Richard Centner, Jr., Army, Ret. Salaam Aleichem