Coburn promotes faith and science

The Oklahoman ^ | Sep 26, 2004 | Chris Casteel

[Ed Current]

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Tom A. Coburn, a congressional maverick who kept his promise to serve three terms and then leave Washington, offers a candid look at the inner workings of Congress—why the system changes politicians instead of vice versa. Breach of Trust shows readers, through shocking behind-the-scenes stories, why Washington resists the reform our country desperately needs and how they can make wise, informed decisions about current and future political issues and candidates. This honest and critical look at "business as usual" in Congress reveals how and why elected representatives are quickly seduced into becoming career politicians who won’t push for change. Along the way, Coburn offers readers realistic ideas for how to make a difference.

[2Jedismom]

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[ConservativeMan55]

Thank you for the ping!

[annyokie]

Thanks, 2J!

[ConservativeMan55]

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[bereanway]

We need more men like Tom Coburn in the Senate. He's principled and is willing to take heat on issues others slide away from.

Is he expected to win against Carson? I thought I read somewhere that Carson might have a slight lead.

[2Jedismom]

You're welcome!

I saw Dr. Coburn last Monday at a town hall meeting for homeschoolers. He really didn't have to convince anyone to vote for him...it was a pretty friendly crowd. It did mobilize a bunch of us to work on his campaign. I went yesterday and worked in his Tulsa office.

I was VERY impressed with him...very genuine and personable. He didn't seem the least bit arrogant (and I've known some pretty arrogant doctors, I can tell ya! LOL) I am always pleased when someone speaks to my jedis in a manner that doesn't imply they are idiots and that's what Dr. Coburn did...he spoke to my boys in a very intelligent and respectful manner.

He speaks to even the littlest of constituents with courtesy. I was very much impressed.

[pangaea6]

Why can't all those Sooners who are voting for Bush get this guy ahead of his competition. We need him in the Senate. Especially if by some fluke Kerry wins.

[ConservativeMan55]

bttt

[2Jedismom]

I got pictures too...but they're in a disposable camera...not done with the film yet!

[maxter]

President Bush needs to make the trip to Oklahoma to help put Dr. Coburn over the top. If Dubya comes, Coburn wins.

[jex]

As a conservative and a republican, I find the religious right makes me cringe.
I support individual liberty, lower taxes because it gives government less power while empowering people. I support a strong national defense , and our constitution. I can not figure out what any of that has to do with the moronic concepts that Christians and other religious maintain.
Why we are stuck with these as an integral section of our party I can not understand.
I hope you read the following link.
http://www.ffrf.org/articles/?t=others/dawkins.txt
At one time I also just thought it better to be silent about my own anti-religous views out of "respect". However,9-11 changed my opinion as expressed by Dawkins in that link.
I have converted to being an evangelical atheist, and remain a Republican. These medieval and bronze age descriptions of reality are very dangerous in a twenty first century age of science, thermonuclear weapons and the INTERNET. There are those so deluded by religious convention that they would not hesitate to use them to establish society back to the 13 century or before. Their goals are feasible, which is truly scary. It really is time to stand up to them

[ConservativeMan55]

They said on Meet The Press this morning that Vice President Cheney and President Bush will both be visiting Oklahoma.

[ConservativeMan55]

[Maynerd]

I don't live in OK anymore but I have donated to Coburn's campaign. He would be a fabulous addition to the Senate and a true champion of the conservative cause. Freepers need to rally around this fine man.

[pangaea6]

I'll bet you're a homosexual baby killer too. I don't know how we got stuck with people like YOU. If it wasn't for Christians this country wouldn't be, b/c people like you settled for the status quo in jolly Old Europe. I'm sure the first settlers said " Gee lets risk our lives for fiscally conservative principles!" Be that as it may I'll have to pray for you and your ilk. God Bless America and God Bless our President.

[Skooz]

As a conservative and a republican, I find the religious right makes me cringe.

If not for the "religious right," the Republican Party would be a permanent (and very small) minority in both houses of congress. And you would be zieg heil-ing President Gore right now, and President Hillary in 2008.

The only buffer between you and Hillary hell is the religious right, whether they make you "cringe" or not.

[Osage Orange]

I can not figure out what any of that has to do with the moronic concepts that Christians and other religious maintain.

I understand your stance...Although I disagree with it, I'm not offended by it. But I'm curious....Why would you deliberately try and "Stir the Pot"? As it seems by your actions....your intention is to insult those that you differ with.

FWIW-

[E.G.C.]

BTTT!!!!!!!

[Ed Current]

I have converted to being an evangelical atheist, and remain a Republican.

Why we are stuck with these as an integral section of our party I can not understand.

http://dictionary.reference.com/

e·van·gel·i·cal ( P ) Pronunciation Key (vn-jl-kl, vn-) also e·van·gel·ic (-jlk)

1. adj Of, relating to, or in accordance with the Christian gospel, especially one of the four gospel books of the New Testament.
2. Characterized by ardent or crusading enthusiasm; zealous: an evangelical liberal.

A"the*ist\, n. [Gr. ? without god; 'a priv. + ? god: cf. F. ath['e]iste.] 1. One who disbelieves or denies the existence of a God, or supreme intelligent Being.
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The Republican Party percieves that Conservative Christians are a political liability. (See Morris Dumps The Religious Right and Abandonment Of Gop Conservatives... May Cost Bush The Election) The 2004 Republican Party Platform: A Safer World and a More Hopeful ... is written to retain the Christian Conservative vote and is non-binding on politicans, policies, and legislation. (See Op-Ed: Why I Will Waste No More Votes On The GOP It allowed us to work hard on the platform committees, grudgingly tossing us a bone that we might be kept within the fold and our votes might be kept secure. But it never considered, for even a moment, the possibility of standing on that platform. Even Bob Dole in 1996 callously dismissed the outstanding platform given him by countless thousands of hard working precinct workers across the land. Valley News Web Story Layout "The platform is the platform, and no president has ever run on the platform of the party, whether you are Republican or a Democrat. It's kind of a meaningless thing that keeps the activists busy, but in the long run doesn't really make any difference." )