I have been on 2 men’s church retreats during the past few weeks. During both of them the presidential election was spoken about ever so briefly. Without an blatent endorsement of a candidate, I found the statement of there being “only one” candidate which could be voted for.
The implication was that a good Christian knows which candidate he or she should vote for. And I’m still trying to figure out who that one candidate is. I’m inclined to believe it is McCain, as a matter of default, i.e. the lesser of three evils. Around here dedicated Christian are expected to vote for the conservative candidate on the list. The one who stands again abortion, homosexuality, and other social issues Christians are concerned about.
McCain sparked my interest in the 2000 Republican primary campaign because he was more moderate than the rest. But he has since said questionable statements. My fear is that we’d see a George W. Bush II in a McCain presidency.
My fear is that I’ll be made to feel guilty if I support the “wrong” candidate which doesn’t agree with Christian values. As much as churches should be tax exempt and shouldn’t endorse candidates, I’ve heard many a policital sermon, and seen plenty of Christian Coalition materials in church foyers around election time.