Sunday, May 11, 2008 • 1:47 am 59
I’m preparing myself for a steady flow of “inquisitive” emails from the readers of the Seattle Times, folks within our church and from the larger [Christian] community in Seattle about my quote in today’s Seattle Times article awkwardly and poorly entitled, “Young, Evangelical…for Obama?” [They should have done better!] Years ago, I was told that there are two topics to avoid: Faith and Politics.
Oops.
Here’s the quote: Read the rest of this entry »
Monday, February 11, 2008 • 1:00 am 11
During the Lent season, I’ve been thinking that one of the things I should considering letting go is “politics.” I’ve been spending a bit too much time on the internet and tube but it’s been difficult to resist as there’s definitely something different… As I’ve shared before: Never in my thoughts did I imagine that in my lifetime, I would experience the legitimate candidacy of the following three individuals: a candidate [John McCain] at the age of 72 [if voted] and 80 if he completes 2 terms; a woman [Hilary Clinton], and an African-American [Barack Obama].
Again, while I do not believe policies, politics, and politicians are THE answer, Christ followers ought to be involved in the process to work with others in using the system to DO GOOD. I intend to vote in the February 19 primary and will do more due diligence in voting for a presidential candidate between the two party representatives on November 4. I have no party affiliation but will seek to support the candidate “who will give us the greatest freedom to proclaim the gospel, live it out, and provide the system closest to what we think is gospel-like.” [Scot McKnight] FYI, Quest Church will be a voting location on February 19 as well.
This blog’s presidential ”caucus” has produced some great conversations and support for respective candidates. Since the majority of the support appeared to be for Obama, I thought I’d share couple links that will be worth your time to consider the other two candidates:
What I Want Rabid Obama Supporters to Understand by An Angry Asian Mans Supporting Hilary Clinton for President.
I’ve also been reflecting on this comment from the Jesus Creed and some dialogue about McCain:
…I guess what i am trying to say is that we know we are living in a broken world. Bad things happen to Read the rest of this entry »
Saturday, February 9, 2008 • 4:25 pm 12
I’m sure that the turnout for today’s Democratica and Republican caucuses will break crush previous records. The activity and frenzy for politics is at a level I haven’t experienced in a long time. Over 5K showed up for Hilary Clinton’s visit on Thursday night and 23K folks showed up to hear Obama at Key Arena on Friday morning. Crazy. Today as some of you know, caucuses were held throughout the State at 1pm.
Minhee and I participated in our local precinct caucus and as I expected, it was a frenzy. I was particularly excited that Minhee was able to particpate for the first time as a U.S. citizen. As for who we supported, we’re not telling as I shared yesterday in faith and politics. It was a little disappointing because it was somewhat disorganized. Our precinct didn’t have a PCO [precinct caucus officer?] so the group sought volunteers and went about the process and got the job done. Overall, a beautiful portrait of democracy at work. Isn’t democracy a wonderful thing?
And to give you some ideas how hectic things got, check out these pictures from one of the caucuses held at Q Cafe – a place I serve as the exec. director. Read the rest of this entry »
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