What if Jesus Ran for Office?
This is an interesting perspective on politics in our nation from the “On Faith Panelists Blog” from the Washington Post.
Jesus: Soft on defense. Wrong for America
by Valerie Elverton Dixon | The Washington PostOn Jesus’ patriotism:
Scene: Jesus is speaking to a large audience. He says: “Woe to you, Chorazin! Woe to you Bethsaida! For if the mighty works which were done in you had been done in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago in sackcloth and ashes. But I say to you, it will be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon in the Day of Judgment than for you.” (Matthew 11: 21-22)
Voice: Why does Jesus hate America? Do we really want someone who hates his country so much making laws for us? Real America, tell Jesus no on Election Day.
What is worse than the negative advertising is the superficial discussion of issues. Our leaders talk to us in poll-driven bumper-sticker slogans. Our elections are an insult to the intelligence of the American people. We get stuck in the muck. The media gets stuck in the muck because we allow it. Rich candidates think they can buy elections. Outside groups spend money from undisclosed sources. We elect candidates that have neither the knowledge nor the experience to hold high public office. In a representative democracy, we get the leadership we deserve.