Christianity, Will I suffer? [View All]

[FM Arouet666]

I am sitting here watching a documentary on WWII with commentary supplied by former presidents Carter and Clinton, both Christians.

I began to ponder the role of religion in the political life of G.W. Bush. A born again Christian, a supporter of fundamentalists, but not an honorable man. I have to admit, Bush’s religion frightens me. As an atheist, the daily headlines about, what can be best described as, Christian activism has me very concerned. In the courts: evolution, the Ten Commandments, the pledge of allegiance, gay marriage and abortion. All flashpoints in the Christian war for control of American cultural supremacy.

I have seen numerous posts on DU regarding “Christian bashing.” Truthfully, some posts can be categorized as “bashing,” but many reflect a fear as I described above. Has the Christian become an enemy of the progressive thinker? Are these thoughts justified? Certainly the republican version of the Christian is to be feared.

"I don't know that atheists should be regarded as citizens, nor should they be regarded as patriotic. This is one nation under God." G.H.W. Bush

“Our goal is a Christian nation. We have a Biblical duty; we are called on by God to conquer this country.”
Randall Terry.

“Aids is the wrath of God against homosexuals.” Jerry Falwell

I could quote ad nausem…..


What makes the democratic, liberal or progressive Christian different? As I watch the documentary I realize that both Clinton and Carter are honorable men. What does that mean? They are not perfect, they are human, but I sense that neither man would cause harm to me because of my lack of religion. I do not think either man would use religion as a political tool to harm a large portion of the American public. I submit that an honorable person may hold deep religious beliefs or lack beliefs, yet accept those with opposing views, acting for the best interest of all.

Republicans have lost the ideal I just described. What about liberal Christians? Christians are asserting their political voice, primarily though the Republican Party. Are liberal Christians pressured to choose between their faith and liberal ideals? Do liberal Christians accept pluralism? Should I be suspicious of my fellow Christian democrats?

I sincerely do not wish to be confrontational, just posting some of my concerns………