Religion and politics:

From JesusJournal.com (2 Jul 2003) excerpts:

Playing The Bible Card To Raise Taxes In Alabama

Politicians have a penchant for calling on God when they want public support on controversial issues, but tend to ignore God when it comes to moral issues.

... Alabama Gov. Bob Riley is playing the Bible card in an effort to raise taxes in his state by a record $1.2 billion. "Jesus says one of our missions is to take care of the least among us," the governor told the Birmingham News after announcing his plan. "We've got to take care of the poor."

... Gov. Riley of Alabama is doing a disservice to his state and to the Christian community by using the Bible as a rationale for raising taxes.

posted by Quiddity at 7/08/2003 03:42:00 PM