[Wilhelm Tell]

I can't stand people -- especially politicians -- who either wear their religion on their sleeve or hide it like it is a guilty secret. Some politicians do both, depending on what audience they are playing to. "Talk self-righteously and carry a big Bible" seems to be their motto.

If a politician claiming to be a Christian is asked about Jesus and says something simply about "Lord" or "Savior," one might conclude one thing. One might reach a different conclusion on the other hand, if the politician says something like:
"I have always identified with Jesus. He was a good teacher. Just like Jesus, I am concerned with the poor and despised -- whether they be unemployed, high-school drop outs, in prison, or gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, transgendered or merely 'questioning.' Jesus never judged anyone except the rich, and he never demanded anything from his followers. I am in solidarity with Jesus, in all his humanity. If Jesus were alive today, I think he would be proud of the new social programs that I propose."

[Liz]

.....politicians.....either wear their religion on their sleeve or hide it like it is a guilty secret......depending on what audience they are playing to........ "Talk self-righteously and carry a big Bible" seems to be their motto.

Nice take.