Christian Broadcasting Network leader Pat Robertson has decided to endorse Rudy Giuliani for president, the Washington Post is reporting.
Rationale?
“I thought it was important for me to make it clear that Rudy Giuliani is more than acceptable to people of faith,” said Robertson. “Given the fractured nature of the process, I thought it was time to solidify around one candidate.”
So it’s official the Christian right is fractured. See the Post article for more, including video.
Ann,
Some people also believe that hurricane Katrina went to the conservative states rather than south Florida, inferring one warranted infliction because of their beliefs while the other one was saved –
This may be true, but the only time I heard comments like this is when people were parodying/making fun of Pat Robertson’s comments. I think Pat was the one that started the ball rolling on who was to blame for Katrina đ
Really, Jag, we know what Robertson said but unfortunately he still carries clout with conservatives and Rudy is behind in the polls and needs that segment of the voters (obviously Clinton won’t pick up that many from there). It’s not about truth and principles – it’s just a game or race for the presidency of the the United States – we are still very powerful and people will do a lot to wield that power.
Jag,
Some people also believe that hurricane Katrina went to the conservative states rather than south Florida, inferring one warranted infliction because of their beliefs while the other one was saved –
Back in the day I suppose Pat Robertson represented most of what is good about organized religion and had a certain appeal but in recent years he has held himself up as an expert in areas that no one should and it has told on him.
Mary, Ann –
If I were Guiliani, I would literally run from this guy’s endorsement…after all, he had this to say about Hurricane Katrina:
“Pat Robertson on Sunday said that Hurricane Katrina was Godâs way of expressing its anger at the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences for its selection of Ellen Degeneres to host this yearâs Emmy Awards. âBy choosing an avowed lesbian for this national event, these Hollywood elites have clearly invited Godâs wrath,â Robertson said on âThe 700 Clubâ on Sunday. âIs it any surprise that the Almighty chose to strike at Miss Degeneresâ hometown?â”
Wow….and people still listen to this guy? I know this is terribly unacademic to say, but this guy is a nutjob.
Does anyone here take him seriously? If so, I’d love to know why.
He’s trying to stop the democrats from being put in office. It’s just a strategy not a real support for guilianni
p.s. – this endorsement really is all the confirmation we need to see that Pat is, well………a little confused.
and there is a vigorous âI like Mikeâ group out there, too.
Mike rocks! Almost as much as Mitt and gaining ground! Of course I never noticed Mitt’s appearance like everyone else has – I just pay attention to his credentials. =-0
Some are calling for a third party candidate if Giuliani is nominated, some endorsements are going to Romney and some to McCain and there is a vigorous “I like Mike” group out there, too.
Robertson’s endorsement was unexpected to many observers.
Why do you say, “fractured”?