In my opinion it shouldent because church and state need to have seperation. Also, What are your opinions on haveing an African American or female president? I was just wondering how other people view these kinds of things.
2007-06-24 14:37:27 · 16 answers · asked by =D 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
I feel that a woman president would make other countries think less of us. Or atleast I would think less of the United States myself, it sounds bad but its just my opinion.
2007-06-24 14:53:39 · update #1
Actually, there is nothing separating church and state in the sense you mean. It is stated that the government cannot pass any laws regarding religious freedom. Anyone can be as religious as they like and still be a representative. Anyone can (and should) be allowed to vote with whatever religious values they have (we also have something called religious freedom).
Would you break with the constitution and make a law restricting it? THAT would be unAmerican.
2007-06-24 14:46:52 · answer #1 · answered by mckenziecalhoun 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Religion kind of matters to me when voting because a person's religious and spiritual beliefs tell you something about who he or she is. However, being a member of a particular religion or no religion would not by itself be a factor for me.
I'm fine with having an African American or female president. Most nation's have had female leaders and I don't think it has hurt their reputations. Besides I'm not interesting in giving in to that kind of bigotry.
As for the rest of world caring if we have an African American president, it's a non-issue for most countries. After all most people in the world aren't actually of white, European background.
2007-06-24 16:19:39 · answer #2 · answered by katydid13 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am from the six counties of Ireland, and as long as the candidates are members of Sinn Féin, I don't care what their religion is.
In US, I do not see how a female or black President could do worse than the fool you do have in there now. Then again, UK had Margaret Thatcher and sure she was as bad or worse than Bush.
Regarding your separation of Church and State, I believe it means that all are free to worship as they see fit, but none can impose their religion on others . There can be no State religion - which is why, for example, prayers cannot be said at government meetings and the ten commandments should not be posted in government buildings. I have Irish-American friends who remember they were forced to say Protestant prayers in public schools. This should never happen in USA.
2007-06-25 07:20:50 · answer #3 · answered by gortamor 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No! I do not want moral! Religious tenets have no place in politics! Individual beliefs are certainly the worst! Look at Bush, and his beliefs on stem cell research! No! Don't want morals!
I want ethical! Big Difference! Logic works much better! And as far as woman or a black leader?
I think its time for either or both! It is 2007! Time for old bigotries to be put away!
I think a woman president would be ideal! Women are natural peacemakers.
2007-06-28 13:51:31 · answer #4 · answered by jaded 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not at all . Fanatics & extremists are something else entirely ..
As far as generalizing .. I'd never vote for a woman simply because she's a woman , no more than I vote for a man simply because he's a man . The same goes for a Black President . If Rudy Giuliani wasn't running , I'd say Condelisa Rice would be excellent ..if she were to run . I think Condi and Rudy would be supurb in the White House !
2007-06-24 14:51:51 · answer #5 · answered by missmayzie 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
hi, i desire your fantastic. i'm not from united statesa., bud if I could vote i will surly vote Obama. a million. he's black he would deliver some peace between black and with 2. He has been resat as a Muslim, and got here to be a Christian. So he could be a Peace maker in this 3. and that i think of we could continually develop as one people, even whit our defenses in faith. i don't innovations to have a Muslim as a pacesetter we've a lot of subject matter in our government, and that they are peace maker. Bud i think of if so the liberty of religion could be there. thank you to your question, God bless you, Ria
2016-11-07 09:31:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope - separation of church and state and all that. In fact the GOP scares the snot out of me. I think we are ready for an African American or a woman president. I like Hillary.
2007-06-24 14:47:01 · answer #7 · answered by Rahrah 4 · 3⤊ 2⤋
Yes, I wouldn't vote for someone who was a scientolgist(sp) or someone other religion I think who's doctorine is way off. I believe in their right to hold office, I just wouldnt' vote for them.
2007-06-24 15:24:49 · answer #8 · answered by blibityblabity 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Not religion so much but moral beliefs. I would not vote for anyone based on their race but I would not vote for a woman president because the Arab world would not respect/fear her.
JJ
2007-06-24 15:02:55 · answer #9 · answered by The man 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
In most cases it wouldn't be a factor for me, except if a Muslim were running for office. I don't think they get the concept of "separation of church and state".
2007-06-24 14:42:37 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋