Posted By: pretty lady
Posted On: 1 day ago
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I vote..
I vote based on the issues. Today the issues are many. With the fact
that one of the canidates is related in my family, I have to admit that
there is pressure to vote a certain way. However, I need to vote to who
I feel will be the canidate that would be able to do the job that would
benefit all. I have watched all debates, read all I could on each of the
canidates and will be giving my vote on the canidate I feel would be
best for the job. This is how I have always voted. Not based upon a
party.
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Posted By: mts
Posted On: 1 day ago
Views: 85
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Republicans and the poor
I'm almost Libertarian on some issues (economic), but I'm conservative
on social issues (abortion) so I generally align with Republicans.
I wanted to correct the misunderstanding that Republicans
(conservatives) care less about the poor and needy than
Democrats/liberals. I maintain that the opposite is true.
Conservatives just differ in philosophy as to how best to help the
needy. They simply have more faith in individuals and private charities
than they do in government programs. That's why conservatives on
average donate more to charities. They also strive to encourage
personal responsibility and discourage dependence whenever possible so
that more resources will be available to help those who are genuinely
needy.
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Posted By: Sally
Posted On: 1 day ago
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A Christian and a Democrat
Jesus' entire ministry focused on caring for those who were scorned and
rejected from society--including the poor, the ill, the alien. He
frequently admonished the fiscal conservatives of his day that all
should be sold to be given to the poor. He promoted understanding and
compassion to all. I became a democrat many years ago, because I felt
that their ideals, while not perfect, more closely aligned with my
Christian values. I would not choose abortion myself, but as a nurse of
30+ years I remember when women risked their lives with illegal
abortions. As a Christian I try to support charities that provide for
women & children so that perhaps someone would not have such a hard time
raising a child. I feel that the anti-abortion claim by many candidates
is just that--a claim. I don't most would actually attempt to reverse
any abortion laws, because guess what?--if they did, they would not be
able to use this as a hook to get those one-issue voters. When you look
the lives of some of these multi-married, hate spewing, worldly
candidates who claim to be anti-abortion you have to think that it is a
ruse to get votes, because nothing else in their life reflects Christ.
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Posted By: Mary Ann
Posted On: 2 days ago
Views: 127
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Lifelong Lutheran AND Democrat
I am a lifelong active CHRISTIAN, LUTHERAN and a DEMOCRAT!! I am proud
to say we DEMOCRATS are WORKING FOR THE COMMON GOOD and as a retired
union woman I have time to do more and believe me I do!! I voted early
for Obama-Biden, Franken and Ellison here in CD5 Minnesota so I'm free
to GOTV!
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Posted By: Donna
Posted On: 2 days ago
Views: 146
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My View
I am a Christian and I feel a good one. I will vote the Democratic
ticket this time as I feel the last eight years have not been the best
for our country. We do need a change. I do like the standards of
McCain but this time around I like the changes Obama has expressed. I
do not believe in abortion but I do believe others should have the right
to choose, God will be the final judge not you or me. I know to many
women who should never have had a child. The children are the ones who
suffer and not enough "good people" come to the aid of the children.
Are you one of the people who don't believe in abortion but don't help
the children who are abused and neglected?
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Posted By: Somebody
Posted On: 2 days ago
Views: 199
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Conservative
There are too many things that democrats support that are clearly
condemed in the bible. I find it very hard to believe that a true
Christian would even think about voting for a democrat. Although I am
not too fond of the republicans this time around either. I will just
keep praying that Our eyes will be opened and we will see the evil that
has come into our world.
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Posted By: me
Posted On: 3 days ago
Views: 214
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political party
I chose none, although there is one major party I do seem to vote for
99% of the time. We should all vote the way Jesus would want us to
vote, not for how it will benefit us, but all of creation.
Republicans generally will save the least of the least, the unborn
children of God, yet the Democrats will care better for the poor. It
seems there is no one that is for all, the unborn, the poor and the
middle class who are the ones that really live by faith as no one takes
care of them but Jesus.
When there is a wash I do vote for a third party, some say that is
throwing your vote away, but I feel if America is not voting "party
lines only", really look at both sides and if the candidates don't fit
what a Christian wants, a third party is the only choice. If enough
vote third party maybe the future will give us better choices.
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Posted By: Shar
Posted On: 3 days ago
Views: 242
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What political party do you belong to?
Some states are closed primary states, and you are not able to vote in
the primary if you do not register with a party.
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Posted By: GM
Posted On: 3 days ago
Views: 275
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Parties
Sara, I'm not sure what you mean by the best person. When I choose a
candidate, I align myself with the Republican party because it's beliefs
are closest to mine. I will look at party platform, voting records,
speeches, but in the end, I know that the Republican party, and her
people, share my views and values.
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Posted By: Phil
Posted On: 3 days ago
Views: 282
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Parties
Sara, I agree with you, since you said, "People should vote on who they
feel would be the best for the job." About 95% of the time, I think
that the best candidate is the Republican.
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Posted By: Mary
Posted On: 3 days ago
Views: 286
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political party
As a Lutheran Christian, only pro-life candidates get my vote. That is
my priority as it should be for all Christians.
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Posted By: Sara
Posted On: 3 days ago
Views: 300
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Political parties
I feel it is irresponsible to align yourself with political parties.
People should vote on who they feel would be the best for the job, not
what party they belong to. Mixed tickets are the only things that make
sense, if you really look at the candidates and the issues.
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