2007-12-05 02:37:10 · 19 answers · asked by bobbydennis352005 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Elections
I will not base my vote on ones' religion.Issues like the economy,security,and the agenda in restornig America to the pre-Bush era. Faith based politics is what got us in the mess we are in
2007-12-05 02:45:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
The candidate's religious beliefs are not important at all due to the separation of Church and State in this country. However, a candidate's view on religion is very important. As President, this individual must show a great deal of respect for the various religious differences this country has. Our differences is what makes the United States what it is.
2007-12-05 03:03:42 · answer #2 · answered by salliesman15 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Neither. seek for competence and integrity in the candidate. they ought to have the two. An incompetent elementary individual can somewhat reason greater harm than a sensible cheating individual. regrettably, you're actually not likely to discover this mix of attributes in a flesh presser. Sigh. faith is a private element and should not be a ingredient in politics. A healthy economic gadget will follow while a rustic is administered proper.
2016-10-19 06:21:05 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
very. If someones beliefs do not line up with my own, i wonder how they will respond to certain issues that have been hot topics in recent years. I want someone who has the same moral convictions and values that I have. Even though I am not saying someones religion is or is not wrong, I know that they will make decisions that will be (to say the least) influenced by their religion.
I want this country to stay the Great Nation of the United States of America. I agree with the motto on our currency "in God we trust". and I believe that this is the only way that we are to stay a strong country. To have a strong religious leader that believes in one God, and will fight to keep what this country was founded on, instead of setting back and allowing our country to be destroyed.
Go ahead, give me a thumbs down... no, really it is ok.... it's your belief.
2007-12-05 02:49:08 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
My religion is important, because it defines who I am. The candidate's religion is a side issue as long as I feel that person can lead the nation wisely and uphold the values I believe a candidate should have.
2007-12-05 02:51:30 · answer #5 · answered by BigRichGuy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Slightly, only in the fact that if the person running had a religious platform. If JFK ran saying he was going to bring the U.S. back to Catholic views I doubt he would have been elected or if Romney said he was going to change the laws to reflect the Latter Day Saints doctrine well I'd rather see Big Bird get the Presidency.
2007-12-05 02:45:10 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
As long as the candidate isn't running to promote his or her own religious beliefs, I will vote for whomever I deem to be the best qualified for the job, regardless of their religion. We are a melting pot of people from different cultures, various religions, and opposing political views. I will vote for the candidate I believe will best serve the interests of all people in this nation. -RKO- 12/05/07
2007-12-05 02:51:28 · answer #7 · answered by -RKO- 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Religion is not important to me up to a certain point. Someone who is too overzealous regarding religion would turn me off because I would have a hard time believing that he/she could be secular.
That being said, I have to admit that some religions would cause a red light to go off in my head. There are certain "religions" (and I have to use this term loosely), that are based on such ridiculous beliefs that I can't possibly take seriously someone who wholeheartedly believes in it. Such blind faith is, for me, a testiment to a lack of common sense. Scientology is one example.
2007-12-05 02:52:01 · answer #8 · answered by Sue 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I am not voting for a new church pastor, but for the leader of our country. I want a president who may have to protect me and not somebody who believes we turn the other cheek so our enemies can slap us again. I am not a pacifist, because sometimes you have to stand up to bullies or they will take your lunch money away from you if you let them know you are weak. Al Queda says they want to kill Americans, and I believe what they say. Muslims and Christians have been fighting in the middle east for centuries.
2007-12-05 02:50:20 · answer #9 · answered by specialmousepotato 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Religion of the candidate?
Not relevant to me, unless they belong to a cult.
Ill have the Spirit with me in the booth, and Ill say a prayer for my country, and its future leaders...
But I dont whip out the Bible while listening to debates...
2007-12-05 02:50:41 · answer #10 · answered by 2009 time to shine 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It's important for me to not vote for someone who bases their decisions according to their religion.
2007-12-05 02:52:00 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋