~The church staff doesn't socialize too often, but tonight we gathered for dinner at one staffer's home. It's an unusual group in some ways so at times coming up with topics for conversation seemed hard. And of course, politics eventually came up--starting with a rant about Obama "who won't say the pledge of allegiance!!" I didn't say too much because it was pretty clear that arguing the point was not going to make any difference. The comment was made by a spouse whom I don't know that well; he seems like a nice enough guy but I wouldn't be surprised if he were a bit on the conservative side. But really--to believe the loaded emails that are circulated about Obama--or any of the candidates for that matter...isn't that a bit naive? Or just plain dumb?
~But you know what? Not saying the pledge of allegiance or putting hand over heart during the national anthem wouldn't be a deal breaker for me, even if it were true (and it's NOT so don't be citing me as support for that cockamamie idea!).
~I've also heard a number of people say that they won't vote for HRC if she's nominated, no matter what. While I don't support her, she's still less scary to me than McCain.
~It's going to be an interesting year...
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i think it would be nice to get someone who understands and supports the constitution, personally.
to kathy a.: Pres. Bush says the pledge, wears the flag pin, salutes and the whole nine yards. However, he has done more to destroy the constitution and civil liberties than any other president. I am much more interested in how someone will lead and what there philosophy of government is than what they wear.
fr. jason, i agree wholeheartedly. i'm in danger of a rant on this subject, so i'll just tell a story.
the one time i was in DC, it was for a conference, and a few of us californians ditched a session to take a quick tour of the sights on a weekend afternoon. we read inscriptions at the lincoln memorial; touched the VN vet memorial wall; and ended up at the supreme court at sunset.
the court building was luminous; it glowed pink and gold. my friends and i, all of whom represent "the least among us," were so moved. we recited our favorite pieces of the constitution, some beloved quotes from supreme court opinions.
if W had been there, he would not have understood a single word that we said.
and yeah, the court as currently composed is less than optimal. but constitution is the bedrock, and much good has been done when the court has upheld human and personal liberties.
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