Do you believe that the Republican Party has dibs on The Bible and Religion?
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The word "christian" means literally "disciple of christ" or "christ-like"... look at the right-wing republican fundamentalists in this country who call themselves christian, then look at what Jesus actually taught. there is very little similarity....I consider myself a christian, but because of people like pat robertson, jerry falwell, fred phelps, etc. etc. etc., I'm embarrased to call myself a christian.
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Frankly, I wish that they would. Those bible thumping manic retards make us all look like a bunch of ignorant megalomaniacs. I think of myself as a conservative, and I believe in God, but I honestly don't care if other people don't. \n\nIn fact, I just had to send a couple packing off my front porch last night. Nothing like a 78 lb Rotty throwing himself against the screen door to discourage visitors. Heh heh heh.\n\nAnyway, I'd be glad to see the back end of those morons as they break off to form their own cult, pardon me, party- because it sucks that everyone associates those attention seeking lowlifes to all Republicans.
127555
No but some christians do have the bible so far up there ass that they can see anything else. I am a christian but I do not believe in pushing my beliefs on someone else or got all irate about how someone else believes or acts. I am only responsible for myself and can only make decisions for myself.
334730
you believe the Bible, right?........This is the rest of it.
935960
christians were duped by the republican party
443359
There are many types of Republicans. My favorite is the Christian Coalition.\n\nIf any Democrat heretics are here, I will pray that you may repent, and become a saved Republican.\n\nCome to Jesus
1025401
Okay... let me just correct your association mix up.  The Christian fundamentalists with their aggressive agendas are overwhelmingly republican. It does NOT hold true that republicans are all Christian fundamentalists interested in pushing agendas on anyone. Case and point, McCain. \n\nAre the christian fundies pushing their agendas on the people of the US?  Of course they are. They always have and they always will. That's what they do. Republicans are more interested in kickstarting the economy by making some of the people richer.  And fortunately, some of them are smart enough to back off of the wedge issues.
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Not all Republicans associate with the Religious Right, and he certainly doesn't seem to. It is possible, and highly likely, that it his views on foreign policy or economics that are conservative.\n\n(Furthermore, he is likely more moderate, as his current significant other is very much a Democrat. Not that that really says anything, but were he a more of a hard-line conservative it seems to me that their pairing would be unlikely.)
737117
In the USA the people are not puritan in their religious feelings and specially the Christians. Mostly they are Protestants and the American Catholics are unlike their British and Roman counterparts not that attached to the Pope at Rome. But both the Bush are at their personal level very loyal to the Pope. The Republican Party has nothing to do with this. Though on personal level while occupying such an important office Bush was helping lots of fund raising for the Pope for conversion by Missionaries operating in India. Now it may get affected from 2008 when Bush would be demitting office at White House. But it is a long way to go!
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Regarding translation and the Word of God.  To say, in general, that I "question" something is not saying that I disagree with it.  I try and question much in translation.  There was a time when I questioned the Word of God.  I have since been convinced of the veracity of God's Word, but I still question translation and try to derive as much as possible from it by reading many different concordance references and multiple versions.  I would say, all in all, general bibles like the NIV and ASV are pretty good translations.  I would definitely get one with a good concordance, explanations, and references, and use them.\n\nOn fundamentalism and the Evangelical movement in America.\n\nThis is a loaded question.  There is 1. A fundamentalist faction.  2. an Evangelical movement and 3. the Moral Majority faction.  These are not one in the same, though members of each may cross over into the other and become affiliated with the other now and again.  NONE OF THESE ARE MILITANT.  Do they feel that America has diverged from a "wholesome" path... absolutely.  Do they feel that they want to be able to let their kids play outside again.... absolutely.  Do they think that God is the answer to the problems with America..... absolutely.  Do they think that their vote can make a difference... they know factually that it can.  But, few support Jerry Falwell for any public office... I believe his call is for evangelism... not politics, though he has a right to voice his opinion when someone asks him.  Is it good for the Republican party?  Well, I guess it would be... considering their "conservative" agenda.  Moreover, I think that is bad for the Democratic party than good for the Republican.  The Democratic Party is now appearing to stand against Christianity and Christians, in general.  Considering there is only one kind of Christian (whether fundamental or liberal) this is a bad progression of events for the Democratic party.  I think that they need to review their stance, or another party needs to creep up.
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I am a Catholic Christian bible scholar who is a conservative Republican and I can tell you my President is not mentioned or alluded to in the Bible.
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Republicans believe in following traditions. Which does include, following the constitution and also keeping religious rights out there. A big issue with them, is they're against homosexuals and anything else that is listed as "sinful" in teh bible or whatever the fuk they believe.\n\nDemocrats are a little the opposite of that and believe equal rights, freedom, and believe that Americans NEED their help.\n\nLike you, I definately go for the Libertians, whom believe that government should back the heck off and let us handle our own problems. But yea, unfortunately, it's mostly only one of the two major parties that will ever win... D or R. Lame.
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Hate is a strong world but I'll tell you why I greatly dislike Republicans.  They are hypocrites.  They say one thing and do the exact opposite. Can we say big government and zooming out of control debt. They say they're pro-life but are not.  They may be anti-abortion but they are not pro life.  They support the death penalty, wars, and uninsured poor Americans that have all kind of medical problems that lead to death because they can't secure the proper medical help.  They really don't believe much in family values either.  If Jesus Christ came back and preach the "Sermon on the Mount" again (The Beatitudes) the Republicans would have him crucified again.  They don't believe in just wages for hard work.  The Bible has over 5,000 verses about the poor and poverty and how people should help when they can.  Jesus Christ never once mentions homosexuality or abortion, but he sure did talk about caring for the poor.  Republicans care about the rich, not doing what Jesus preached.  Republicans are all going to try to take their money with them when they die.  Let's cut taxes for the wealthy and then cut programs to help the poor because the government doesn't have the money.  That's the Republican credo.  These are just a few of the reasons I strongly dislike Republicans.
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"...can it be backed up with scripture?"\n\nCertainly not; it's not Scriptural.  It's a pseudo-religious phrasing of an old conservative attitude.
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It's all about the 3 G's, Guns, Gays, and God. The big question is have you heard the prez or for that matter the republicans say much about any of the 3 since the election?
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It dosen't matter so much WHAT they're thinking about it, as much as it matters that they ARE thinking about it.  Organized religion has always been & still is very corrupt.  They make up their own doctrines, misinterpret the Bible, or re-write it altoghether.  Because of a number of factors, I believe we need to interpret the Bible subjectively & remember the context (or discount it altogether).  It is a fact that The Bible reflects the political, societal & cultural ideals of that time. Not only that, but it was put together by Church officials who used their own beliefs & desires for total control to decide what got in & what got thrown out.  At least these issues have been brought to the forefront.  Question everything!!!
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It is disgusting.  The Republican party has gone to hell.  You'll even hear Limbaugh admit it, though in clever ways that won't offend his religous nut-job listeners.\n\nThe GOP used to be about freedom of speech, smaller government, responsible spending, etc.  Now it is about God, Anti Gay Marriage Consitutional Ammendments, and abolishing abortion.\n\n1) God has no business in government.\n2) Marriage is stupid no matter who you are.\n3) Abortion should be regulated by the states.