[dynachrome]

I answered that everything is fair game. Religion would be a minor factor unless the candidate is a muslim. Then I would want to know a lot more background such as the type of mosque attended.

[dynachrome]

Interesting results. I seem to be in a minority on this poll.

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[cripplecreek]

It is a good question.

[Responsibility2nd]

Should a presidential nominee's religious beliefs be considered during the confirmation process?

Only if they're different than mine.

[MovieMogul]

Religion (in some people, nay...perhaps most) serves as their set of values and what is right vs what is wrong.

I think we have a duty to know how an elected official will use the religious principles that they believe in to determine what is "right" vs "wrong."

Fortunately, for most religions these values are relatively similar. And I think the difference between various denominations is minimal when it comes to the really big issues.

There used to be a time when "common sense" told us what was right and wrong, but there's just too many idjits today that have messed that up.

Under the right circumstances I'd vote for any mainstream Americanized religion. I would really be hesitant voting for a self-described atheist.

[muir_redwoods]

I voted No, Thanks for the lead

[mware]

Religion no, but issues that are important to people of religion yes.