I recall reading that the Scopes trial turned Fundies away from politics for generations. Can I hope for another retreat? Maybe...
Religious Right Still Lacking a Champion in 2012 Field
Nov 3 2011, 11:43 AM ET
Molly Ball
THE ATLANTIC
Richard Land, president of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention, said the GOP candidates' tough talk on illegal immigration, as well as their anti-government fervor, are alienating Christian voters.
"I am more of a Bushie than a Reagan or Perry on these issues. Reaganism believed that government is a necessary evil and we should have as little of it as possible. I happen to think government can be used as a way of empowering people to make good, positive decisions for themselves."
Land cited the post-World War II G.I. Bill as an example as well as a robust commitment to foreign aid. In addition, he bemoaned the demonizing of illegal immigrants.
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