One thing I tell myself about the forthcoming election, "As a pastor I am not going to promote a candidate." The reasons are varied...
1. The I.R.S. won't allow it.
2. People do think for themselves.
3. The issues and morals ought to inform voting, not the pastor having a bully pulpit.
4. I'm not that high on anyone. Ron Paul looks interesting, but he isn't going to get anywhere. Huckabee seems alright. Fred Thompson is worse off than Paul. Guliani? No thanks. I am not as hawkish as McCain.
5. I am not 100% sure I want a Republican right now. There I said it.
So, in 2008 I am going to avoid accidentally stumping for anyone. I'll learn both sides of the issues. I'll vote my conscience. Only me and my conscience will ever know.
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