RTFA: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071001/ap_on_el_pr/mc…
“I just have to say in all candor that since this nation was founded primarily on Christian principles … personally, I prefer someone who I know who has a solid grounding in my faith,” McCain said. “But that doesn’t mean that I’m sure that someone who is Muslim would not make a good president.”
Later, McCain said, “I would vote for a Muslim if he or she was the candidate best able to lead the country and defend our political values.” He added that “the Constitution established the United States of America as a Christian nation.”
Unfortunately, McCain probably had to say this in order to gain votes. No doubt, while Jews, Muslims, Atheists and other groups are criticizing him, he’ll gain more numbers by sucking up to Christians. I would prefer an atheist running the country but I think a black man or white woman has a better chance than an atheist. As far as discrimination in politics goes, it seems religion is #1 in America. This could turn into an interesting conversation if anyone is interested in discussing the topic.
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