Comments on: Huckabee takes fire for Mormon comment http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/ All politics, all the time Tue, 22 Dec 2009 18:22:40 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: Chucky, PDX OR http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180698 Chucky, PDX OR Thu, 13 Dec 2007 18:01:50 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180698 Not sure what Huckabee is apologizing for--what he basically said was true. He could have also asked additional valid questions, such as: Didn't the Mormon church bar Blacks from the priesthood until just 30 yrs ago? Don't the Mormons believe that God use to be a human being, and that Mormons can also ascend to "Godhood?" Don't Mormons believe in the Book of Mormon, which details the story of Jesus and Jews in ancient America, a story which is completely unsubstantiated by archaeology? If Americans have concerns with Romney's religion, perhaps people should actually take a closer look at his religion to understand why. Not sure what Huckabee is apologizing for–what he basically said was true. He could have also asked additional valid questions, such as:
Didn't the Mormon church bar Blacks from the priesthood until just 30 yrs ago?
Don't the Mormons believe that God use to be a human being, and that Mormons can also ascend to "Godhood?"
Don't Mormons believe in the Book of Mormon, which details the story of Jesus and Jews in ancient America, a story which is completely unsubstantiated by archaeology?

If Americans have concerns with Romney's religion, perhaps people should actually take a closer look at his religion to understand why.

]]> By: christen http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180693 christen Thu, 13 Dec 2007 17:57:20 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180693 oh excuse me then "the holy garnment". Yes, "worthy" members do. oh excuse me then "the holy garnment". Yes, "worthy" members do.

]]> By: Buzz, ChillinByTheSea, California http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180635 Buzz, ChillinByTheSea, California Thu, 13 Dec 2007 17:30:28 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180635 Whoever is moderating this forum has removed a post of mine, that was up for hours, and I'd like to know if this has happened to others, or, is my free speech being restricted individually by CNN? (Hopefully, they won't remove this one, too, or we'll never know). If this was a mistake, fine, but, the post concerned basic information and questions re: religious beliefs, which is what the topic concerned. It would be interesting to know the actual "problem". I've found that many folks, including moderators, have the incorrect idea that their personal choice to believe in the supernatural, somehow is sacred, and not to be questioned by those who believe otherwise. Is there any rational reason to show extraordinary respect for someone's choice to believe something or other? Either folks don't remember, or, never knew, that the Constitution has no interest in endorsing someone's choice of an unseen spirit to beleive in. It is about personal freedom, and has nothing to do with religion, other than as it clearly states, that religion will NOT be used as a test for public office, or that the government will NOT establish a religion. That seems pretty clear, doesn't it? God is not mentioned in the Constitution at all, and, it was not a mistake. Our forefathers understood much better than our current crop, why it is important to remove religion from government functions. It would be refreshing if (mostly) Judeo-Christian folks who are determined to have their personal choice of godfigure elevated to number one, by law, actually read and understand the document. They might get the clue that it doesn't matter one whit what you believe about how we got here. Folks have been believing in godfigures of one kind or another for eons. That's fine. My problem is when it melds with government. History tells us that usually means a loss of freedom. Making a personal choice to believe in a godfigure does not afford one special treatment. Especially in a Free society,like the USA, and, one need only look to the MidEast to see mindless Theocracy in action. This whole thread is an argument over which view of unverifiable events, by an unseen entity, is, or, is not, correct. It doesn't matter, since it is about "faith", not fact, and both are arguing about unseen entities that may or may not exist. If anything I assert above is factually untrue, please note it. It would truly be incredible if my post was taken down for offending someone's personal "idea" of a creator, and my choice to question that "idea", since it has been thrust into the public forum. Merry Christmas, moderators. Tell me it ain't so. Whoever is moderating this forum has removed a post of mine, that was up for hours, and I'd like to know if this has happened to others, or, is my free speech being restricted individually by CNN? (Hopefully, they won't remove this one, too, or we'll never know). If this was a mistake, fine, but, the post concerned basic information and questions re: religious beliefs, which is what the topic concerned. It would be interesting to know the actual "problem". I've found that many folks, including moderators, have the incorrect idea that their personal choice to believe in the supernatural, somehow is sacred, and not to be questioned by those who believe otherwise. Is there any rational reason to show extraordinary respect for someone's choice to believe something or other? Either folks don't remember, or, never knew, that the Constitution has no interest in endorsing someone's choice of an unseen spirit to beleive in. It is about personal freedom, and has nothing to do with religion, other than as it clearly states, that religion will NOT be used as a test for public office, or that the government will NOT establish a religion. That seems pretty clear, doesn't it? God is not mentioned in the Constitution at all, and, it was not a mistake. Our forefathers understood much better than our current crop, why it is important to remove religion from government functions. It would be refreshing if (mostly) Judeo-Christian folks who are determined to have their personal choice of godfigure elevated to number one, by law, actually read and understand the document. They might get the clue that it doesn't matter one whit what you believe about how we got here. Folks have been believing in godfigures of one kind or another for eons. That's fine. My problem is when it melds with government. History tells us that usually means a loss of freedom. Making a personal choice to believe in a godfigure does not afford one special treatment. Especially in a Free society,like the USA, and, one need only look to the MidEast to see mindless Theocracy in action. This whole thread is an argument over which view of unverifiable events, by an unseen entity, is, or, is not, correct. It doesn't matter, since it is about "faith", not fact, and both are arguing about unseen entities that may or may not exist. If anything I assert above is factually untrue, please note it. It would truly be incredible if my post was taken down for offending someone's personal "idea" of a creator, and my choice to question that "idea", since it has been thrust into the public forum. Merry Christmas, moderators. Tell me it ain't so.

]]> By: Jose Card http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180393 Jose Card Thu, 13 Dec 2007 15:37:13 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180393 My religion is, of course, better than anybody else's. That's why we don't need a pastor in the White House. It will spell trouble for our freedom of religion or no religion. Separation of church and state is one of the foundations of this country. My religion is, of course, better than anybody else's. That's why we don't need a pastor in the White House. It will spell trouble for our freedom of religion or no religion.

Separation of church and state is one of the foundations of this country.

]]> By: Mark G., BBH, ME http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180370 Mark G., BBH, ME Thu, 13 Dec 2007 15:15:17 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180370 It comes from an aprocryphacal text that Joe Smith in his wisdom retruned to the Bible after the religion was hijack at Nicea. They removed the book of Enoch in thier wisdom as well. If you are passionate about being informed read teh Inspired text of the Bible. It deals with the rebellion of Satan and the casting out of heaven, why has modern religion not address the fall? It comes from an aprocryphacal text that Joe Smith in his wisdom retruned to the Bible after the religion was hijack at Nicea. They removed the book of Enoch in thier wisdom as well. If you are passionate about being informed read teh Inspired text of the Bible.

It deals with the rebellion of Satan and the casting out of heaven, why has modern religion not address the fall?

]]> By: Terry, El Paso, TX http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180217 Terry, El Paso, TX Thu, 13 Dec 2007 12:41:00 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180217 None of our religions can claim a majority of people as believers. Christianity is the belief of about a third of the human race. Islam is the belief of about 20%. Secularism (or no religion) comes in third with 17%, narrowly beating out the Hindus with 14%. See http://www.liberalandproudofit.com/html/the_religion_problem.html So, no matter what your religion is, you believe that most of the human race is lost in error. That is to say, no matter what religion you choose, at least two-thirds of the human race believes that you are an infidel, a heretic, a teacher of false doctrines, and a worshiper of false gods. Even Christians worship many gods. Each Christian denomination worships a different god, but the confusion comes from the fact that they are all named God. However, the various Christian Gods are very different in their personalities, teachings, and behaviors. The God of the Pope is not the same as the God of Pat Robertson. The gay-hating God of some Episcopalians is not the same fellow as the gay-loving God of other Episcopalians. The only thing they all have in common is that they all believe themselves to be the only ones who are right. All the others are wrong. We are NEVER going to agree on a theology. Give it up. Religion has no place in politics. None of our religions can claim a majority of people as believers. Christianity is the belief of about a third of the human race. Islam is the belief of about 20%. Secularism (or no religion) comes in third with 17%, narrowly beating out the Hindus with 14%. See http://www.liberalandproudofit.com/html/the_religion_problem.html

So, no matter what your religion is, you believe that most of the human race is lost in error. That is to say, no matter what religion you choose, at least two-thirds of the human race believes that you are an infidel, a heretic, a teacher of false doctrines, and a worshiper of false gods. Even Christians worship many gods. Each Christian denomination worships a different god, but the confusion comes from the fact that they are all named God. However, the various Christian Gods are very different in their personalities, teachings, and behaviors. The God of the Pope is not the same as the God of Pat Robertson. The gay-hating God of some Episcopalians is not the same fellow as the gay-loving God of other Episcopalians. The only thing they all have in common is that they all believe themselves to be the only ones who are right. All the others are wrong.

We are NEVER going to agree on a theology. Give it up. Religion has no place in politics.

]]> By: Kristy Sanborhn, Buckhorn, Mo. http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180131 Kristy Sanborhn, Buckhorn, Mo. Thu, 13 Dec 2007 06:42:29 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180131 Why did he bring it up to start with? I have heard so many times, the two things you don't talk about is politics and religion (then the came the 'ticker'!) Then the politician attacks the other on his religious beliefs, something you just don't do to anyone. I happen to know some people of the Morman religion, and they are fine people, one is a very high ranking officer in our Military, so I don't care what Huckabee thinks of Romney or anyone else of that religion. I knew this was going to be a mudslinging campaign, but I had no idea it was going to go this low. The only man I see so far not slinging any mud, is Mr. John McCain. That alone singles him out in this election. Kristy Sanborn, Buckhorn, Mo. Why did he bring it up to start with?
I have heard so many times, the two things you don't talk about is politics and religion (then the came the 'ticker'!) Then the politician attacks the other on his religious beliefs, something you just don't do to anyone.
I happen to know some people of the Morman religion, and they are fine people, one is a very high ranking officer in our Military, so I don't care what Huckabee thinks of Romney or anyone else of that religion.
I knew this was going to be a mudslinging campaign, but I had no idea it was going to go this low.
The only man I see so far not slinging any mud, is Mr. John McCain.
That alone singles him out in this election.

Kristy Sanborn, Buckhorn, Mo.

]]> By: Will Artaza, Pleasant Grove, Utah http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180085 Will Artaza, Pleasant Grove, Utah Thu, 13 Dec 2007 05:20:22 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180085 Well, hey come on guys! Us mormons (LDS) aren't bad. We have different beliefs is all. We don't wear "magic underwear" we haven't been polygamous in 200 or so years. We're not racist, you don't have to go on a mission, JS did not have 23-33 wives, he had one and he died as a martyr. Moms can see their children get married, but can't go in the temple to see them get sealed. SO what? That's what we believe! And mormonism is in no way, a cult. What is it about us that makes us seem creepy? We're Christian, just like all the others. Christian is referred to believing in Christ which we do! We believe families are important because they are! Look at how your family affected you! They taught you, raised you, they were there for you! Mormon or not, we believe every family is of equal importance, we love everyone just as we do ourselves, and we don't harbor hate either, we're just good people, who are being judged poorly! Unwed mothers are encouraged to give their children up for adoption if it's just too difficult for them to take care of them! It makes me mad to be called something I'm not. I get judged for being a normal, good person, when if you saw me down the street, I would look like everyone else! We as mormons don't judge you, so then why do you judge us? You talk about religious freedom, and here you are persecuting us! That's why we came to Utah! Because no one would accept us, just because they didn't get the whole story! Mitt Romney will make a great president I believe! He won't push religion on anyone, " Let man worship how, when, or where he may " That's what we go by! And any president might try to push us into a relgion, but that's why we can impeach them! Go here to learn more! http://www.lds.org/ldsorg/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=e419fb40e21cef00VgnVCM1000001f5e340aRCRD Well, hey come on guys! Us mormons (LDS) aren't bad. We have different beliefs is all. We don't wear "magic underwear" we haven't been polygamous in 200 or so years. We're not racist, you don't have to go on a mission, JS did not have 23-33 wives, he had one and he died as a martyr. Moms can see their children get married, but can't go in the temple to see them get sealed. SO what? That's what we believe! And mormonism is in no way, a cult. What is it about us that makes us seem creepy? We're Christian, just like all the others. Christian is referred to believing in Christ which we do! We believe families are important because they are! Look at how your family affected you! They taught you, raised you, they were there for you! Mormon or not, we believe every family is of equal importance, we love everyone just as we do ourselves, and we don't harbor hate either, we're just good people, who are being judged poorly! Unwed mothers are encouraged to give their children up for adoption if it's just too difficult for them to take care of them! It makes me mad to be called something I'm not. I get judged for being a normal, good person, when if you saw me down the street, I would look like everyone else! We as mormons don't judge you, so then why do you judge us? You talk about religious freedom, and here you are persecuting us! That's why we came to Utah! Because no one would accept us, just because they didn't get the whole story!

Mitt Romney will make a great president I believe! He won't push religion on anyone, " Let man worship how, when, or where he may " That's what we go by! And any president might try to push us into a relgion, but that's why we can impeach them!

Go here to learn more!

http://www.lds.org/ldsorg/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=e419fb40e21cef00VgnVCM1000001f5e340aRCRD

]]> By: Damon Gus Seattle, WA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180053 Damon Gus Seattle, WA Thu, 13 Dec 2007 04:23:52 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-180053 The most basic question should be; are we all brothers & sisters of a loving Heavenly Father (aka God)? In the Mormon faith that answer is YES! Where most Christian sects take issue is that Mormons believe God (Heavenly Father) and Jesus are NOT the same person. If everyone that has ever lived or will live on this earth is a spirit child of God that would include Jesus and Lucifer. They believe that Jesus is the ONLY Begotten Son of God, the only perfect man that has walked or will ever walk on this earth. They worship him as the Savior of the world, the Redeemer of ALL mankind. Whether Mormons are a cult is really a matter of a person’s definition of the word “cult”. Dictionary.com defines a CULT as; #4. "A group or sect bound together by veneration of the same thing, person, ideal, etc." It should be noted that those that followed Jesus when he walked the earth would also have been considered a cult in there day. The most basic question should be; are we all brothers & sisters of a loving Heavenly Father (aka God)? In the Mormon faith that answer is YES! Where most Christian sects take issue is that Mormons believe God (Heavenly Father) and Jesus are NOT the same person. If everyone that has ever lived or will live on this earth is a spirit child of God that would include Jesus and Lucifer. They believe that Jesus is the ONLY Begotten Son of God, the only perfect man that has walked or will ever walk on this earth. They worship him as the Savior of the world, the Redeemer of ALL mankind. Whether Mormons are a cult is really a matter of a person’s definition of the word “cult”. Dictionary.com defines a CULT as; #4. "A group or sect bound together by veneration of the same thing, person, ideal, etc." It should be noted that those that followed Jesus when he walked the earth would also have been considered a cult in there day.

]]> By: Karen Houston TX http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179876 Karen Houston TX Thu, 13 Dec 2007 01:29:39 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179876 DOES ANYONE ACTUALLY CARE WHERE EITHER OF THE CANDIDATES STAND ON ANY OF THE ISSUES OF RELEVANCE? ARE YOU ALL SO EASILY DISTRACTED? WHAT ARE THEIR RECORDS AND VIEWS ON: TAXES ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION EDUCATION THE WAR CREATING NEW JOBS FOR AMERICANS FAIR TRADE ETC. We are not here to bicker over relegions. Holy Crap! Have you all forgotten that it is an election year and we are looking for a man who is qualified to lead the country. If any of you are honestly so caught up the idea that Mormonism or being a Baptist is actually going to affect the candidates abilities for the better or the worse you are seriously deluded and I would like to suggest therapy and possinly some medication. DOES ANYONE ACTUALLY CARE WHERE EITHER OF THE CANDIDATES STAND ON ANY OF THE ISSUES OF RELEVANCE?

ARE YOU ALL SO EASILY DISTRACTED?

WHAT ARE THEIR RECORDS AND VIEWS ON:
TAXES
ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION
EDUCATION
THE WAR
CREATING NEW JOBS FOR AMERICANS
FAIR TRADE ETC.

We are not here to bicker over relegions. Holy Crap! Have you all forgotten that it is an election year and we are looking for a man who is qualified to lead the country. If any of you are honestly so caught up the idea that Mormonism or being a Baptist is actually going to affect the candidates abilities for the better or the worse you are seriously deluded and I would like to suggest therapy and possinly some medication.

]]> By: David Arnsmeyer, Marionville, MO http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179811 David Arnsmeyer, Marionville, MO Thu, 13 Dec 2007 00:37:22 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179811 I think we're missing the real issue. If he is elected president, what kind of problems would his loose tongue and insensitivity to other religions and cultures get this country into? Isn't it a given that our next leader should at least have a clue when it comes to respect for other cultures and religions? I think we're missing the real issue. If he is elected president, what kind of problems would his loose tongue and insensitivity to other religions and cultures get this country into? Isn't it a given that our next leader should at least have a clue when it comes to respect for other cultures and religions?

]]> By: Dave, Farmington Hills, MI http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179800 Dave, Farmington Hills, MI Thu, 13 Dec 2007 00:27:49 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179800 "Can a real LDS member please explain what magic underwear is or if it even is a real thing in LDS. And also please explain Jesus and Kolob? Is that a real thing or are people just trying to make LDS look weird? Posted By Chris NY,NY : December 12, 2007 2:42 pm" Chris and any other truly interested person: The truth is you will not find this answer on CNN.com (or any other website, for that matter). Let's face it, those writing comments on this topic are not a random population sample: you have a bi-modal sample of LDS members defending their tenets (myself included) and those who wish to disparage those same beliefs. The fact is, those LDS members who <i>can</i> answer your specific questions will <b>not</b> do so in a public forum. Those who ridicule LDS beliefs will do so in public, but they tend to either (1) not be LDS and have contorted, second-hand knowledge of LDS beliefs, or (2) former LDS who have a vested incentive in demonizing their former beliefs (basic psychology). My point is recognize the biases of those who answer your questions in public, especially those who point you to YouTube videos. If you really want to understand LDS theology, ask your local LDS friends or visit http://www.mormon.org. "Can a real LDS member please explain what magic underwear is or if it even is a real thing in LDS. And also please explain Jesus and Kolob? Is that a real thing or are people just trying to make LDS look weird?
Posted By Chris NY,NY : December 12, 2007 2:42 pm"
Chris and any other truly interested person:
The truth is you will not find this answer on CNN.com (or any other website, for that matter). Let's face it, those writing comments on this topic are not a random population sample: you have a bi-modal sample of LDS members defending their tenets (myself included) and those who wish to disparage those same beliefs. The fact is, those LDS members who can answer your specific questions will not do so in a public forum. Those who ridicule LDS beliefs will do so in public, but they tend to either (1) not be LDS and have contorted, second-hand knowledge of LDS beliefs, or (2) former LDS who have a vested incentive in demonizing their former beliefs (basic psychology). My point is recognize the biases of those who answer your questions in public, especially those who point you to YouTube videos. If you really want to understand LDS theology, ask your local LDS friends or visit http://www.mormon.org.

]]> By: JOHN, LITHONIA, GEORGIA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179734 JOHN, LITHONIA, GEORGIA Wed, 12 Dec 2007 23:40:59 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179734 KEYES CLEARLY DOES not HAVE THE KEYS TO EITHER THE THE white house OR THE NEAREST REST ROOM. PERHAPS HE LIKES THE IDEA OF BEING ON TV BUT I THOUGHT THAT FRED THOMPSON WOULD HAVE HAD ENOUGH OF BEING IN THE MAKE-UP CHAIR. KEYES CLEARLY DOES not HAVE THE KEYS TO EITHER THE THE white house OR THE NEAREST REST ROOM.
PERHAPS HE LIKES THE IDEA OF BEING ON TV BUT I THOUGHT THAT FRED THOMPSON WOULD HAVE HAD ENOUGH OF BEING IN THE MAKE-UP CHAIR.

]]> By: David, Gilbert Arizona http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179640 David, Gilbert Arizona Wed, 12 Dec 2007 22:23:00 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179640 Jayson in Beale I can appreciate why you and other Mormons would get sick of how your religion is preceived by others. I'm not making a judgement call regarding Huckabee's private opinion regarding Mormonism or any other religion. I'm only addressing the question he was asked in the context of the interview. I am not a religious person in any regard. Having said that, I do not make judgements regarding those who choose to put faith in a belief system, regardless of religion. I find the entire "I'm a Christian and you're not" discussion disingenuous anyway. I've seen and heard too many religious leaders of many faiths make comments that fly in the face of their most basic religious rules. To that end I judge the candidates on their actions. I don't care what faith they are. Huckabee is a solid man who makes no excuses and does not pander for votes, which is not the case with other candidates. I find this particularly refreshing. I like Ron Paul for the same reason. I just wish he were a better speaker. Jayson in Beale I can appreciate why you and other Mormons would get sick of how your religion is preceived by others.

I'm not making a judgement call regarding Huckabee's private opinion regarding Mormonism or any other religion. I'm only addressing the question he was asked in the context of the interview.

I am not a religious person in any regard. Having said that, I do not make judgements regarding those who choose to put faith in a belief system, regardless of religion. I find the entire "I'm a Christian and you're not" discussion disingenuous anyway. I've seen and heard too many religious leaders of many faiths make comments that fly in the face of their most basic religious rules.

To that end I judge the candidates on their actions. I don't care what faith they are. Huckabee is a solid man who makes no excuses and does not pander for votes, which is not the case with other candidates. I find this particularly refreshing.

I like Ron Paul for the same reason. I just wish he were a better speaker.

]]> By: Skeptic, Staunton, VA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179613 Skeptic, Staunton, VA Wed, 12 Dec 2007 22:06:48 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179613 Steve said: "The Know-Nothings as a political movement died in the mid-1800s." You wish, Steve (and so do I). They just changed their name to Republicans. Dani said: "Besides, what we need to be asking Huck - the "Christian" candidate about is his last few days in the Governor's Mansion in Arkansas. Why did he feel the need to use state funds to destroy (and by destroy I mean physically smash) the hard drives of several state-owned computers on his way out? And why did he deplete the state's Emergency Fund on non-emergencies on his way out of office, leaving the next governor with no money to help the several Arkansas towns hit by tornadoes shortly after the change in governorship? These are just a couple of questions that might be more appropriate for a potential presidential candidate. His 10 years as governor ought to provide anyone w/ many more. CNN (and every other news agency) needs to get somebody in Arkansas to start looking into these and other issues." ---- Also, let's look into why he and his wife registered for "wedding" gifts, 30 years after their wedding, for tens of thousands of dollars worth of goods that they expected people to buy for them to furnish their next home (but I'm REALLY curious as to what was on those hard drives!). Lastly, let's ask Huckabee, who wants credit for being a Christian leader but not the hard questions that might go with it, why he claims most of the sermons he gave as a preacher were destroyed and the press has no right to see those that "remain." He delivered them to thousands of people at a time, but Americans have no right to see what's in them now??? Steve said: "The Know-Nothings as a political movement died in the mid-1800s."

You wish, Steve (and so do I). They just changed their name to Republicans.

Dani said: "Besides, what we need to be asking Huck – the "Christian" candidate about is his last few days in the Governor's Mansion in Arkansas. Why did he feel the need to use state funds to destroy (and by destroy I mean physically smash) the hard drives of several state-owned computers on his way out? And why did he deplete the state's Emergency Fund on non-emergencies on his way out of office, leaving the next governor with no money to help the several Arkansas towns hit by tornadoes shortly after the change in governorship? These are just a couple of questions that might be more appropriate for a potential presidential candidate. His 10 years as governor ought to provide anyone w/ many more. CNN (and every other news agency) needs to get somebody in Arkansas to start looking into these and other issues."

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Also, let's look into why he and his wife registered for "wedding" gifts, 30 years after their wedding, for tens of thousands of dollars worth of goods that they expected people to buy for them to furnish their next home (but I'm REALLY curious as to what was on those hard drives!).

Lastly, let's ask Huckabee, who wants credit for being a Christian leader but not the hard questions that might go with it, why he claims most of the sermons he gave as a preacher were destroyed and the press has no right to see those that "remain." He delivered them to thousands of people at a time, but Americans have no right to see what's in them now???

]]> By: Shawnie Cannon, Grants Pass OR http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179580 Shawnie Cannon, Grants Pass OR Wed, 12 Dec 2007 21:50:46 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179580 I finally was able to put into words why Huck repulses me. He is running his campaign on the dynamics of religious competition. He is attempting to run it as a religion popularity contest. And these are his credentials. I’m the same religion as you, so vote for me. I’m a Bigot just like you. I smear other people’s religions and creeds. I am the elite Christian, I have exclusive rights to Jesus, I decide who is Christian and who is not. Never mind immigration, never mind being tough on crime, never mind I’m into nanny-state. The tradition and spirit of the KKK in the South still lingers folks, just a different target, but it is always someone. Huckabee’s surge will not endure, he runs on a repulsive, pompous platform. By the way: Evangelicals believe that Huckabee and Adolf Hitler are brothers. I finally was able to put into words why Huck repulses me.

He is running his campaign on the dynamics of religious competition. He is attempting to run it as a religion popularity contest. And these are his credentials. I’m the same religion as you, so vote for me. I’m a Bigot just like you. I smear other people’s religions and creeds. I am the elite Christian, I have exclusive rights to Jesus, I decide who is Christian and who is not.

Never mind immigration, never mind being tough on crime, never mind I’m into nanny-state.

The tradition and spirit of the KKK in the South still lingers folks, just a different target, but it is always someone.

Huckabee’s surge will not endure, he runs on a repulsive, pompous platform.

By the way: Evangelicals believe that Huckabee and Adolf Hitler are brothers.

]]> By: Jaik , chicago, IL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179534 Jaik , chicago, IL Wed, 12 Dec 2007 21:21:51 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179534 This is so funny, its like a guy that believes Superman is real arguing against a guy that thinks Spiderman is real. If you believe in invisible superhumans like santa and jesus, with no evidence for either, how can you be trusted with a nuclear arsenal ? there was no evidence for WMD in iraq either. This is so funny, its like a guy that believes Superman is real arguing against a guy that thinks Spiderman is real. If you believe in invisible superhumans like santa and jesus, with no evidence for either, how can you be trusted with a nuclear arsenal ? there was no evidence for WMD in iraq either.

]]> By: Christen http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179530 Christen Wed, 12 Dec 2007 21:20:01 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179530 When LDS Members go through the temple for the first time they are given garments to be worn as underwear, the G's are to be next to the skin (worn under the bra). They are to remind you to be modest (as they go down to the knees and off the shoulder, They have to be bought through the church (hmmm) and can only be taken off for the 4 s' (swimming, sex, shower, and sometimes sports. The G's have symbols on it to remind members of covenants or "promises" they have made to god. They are suppose to protect them from physical harm and from christs brother lucifer. If you want more info look on youtube type in ormon underwear. Kolob is also doctrine, again go to youtube and type in "mormon cartoon". When LDS Members go through the temple for the first time they are given garments to be worn as underwear, the G's are to be next to the skin (worn under the bra). They are to remind you to be modest (as they go down to the knees and off the shoulder, They have to be bought through the church (hmmm) and can only be taken off for the 4 s' (swimming, sex, shower, and sometimes sports. The G's have symbols on it to remind members of covenants or "promises" they have made to god. They are suppose to protect them from physical harm and from christs brother lucifer. If you want more info look on youtube type in ormon underwear. Kolob is also doctrine, again go to youtube and type in "mormon cartoon".

]]> By: Truth Seeker http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179515 Truth Seeker Wed, 12 Dec 2007 21:14:54 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179515 Read the Bible; find out for yourself. Read the Bible; find out for yourself.

]]> By: Heather http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179499 Heather Wed, 12 Dec 2007 21:06:15 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179499 I do not think that the comment was attacking the Mormon religion. What he said is right we do belive that we are all spirit children and brothers and sisters therfore meaning Christ and Saan are brothers. It was why he said it, to point out a belief he thought people would think odd. It is common knowladge that southern baptists belive Mormons are a cult and therefor he as a priest would have taught a congregation that very fact. why doesn't someone ask him that. I do not think that the comment was attacking the Mormon religion. What he said is right we do belive that we are all spirit children and brothers and sisters therfore meaning Christ and Saan are brothers. It was why he said it, to point out a belief he thought people would think odd.

It is common knowladge that southern baptists belive Mormons are a cult and therefor he as a priest would have taught a congregation that very fact. why doesn't someone ask him that.

]]> By: Farrell, Houston, Tx http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179496 Farrell, Houston, Tx Wed, 12 Dec 2007 21:04:11 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179496 Huckabee proclaims to be a God fearing man and a minister makes me wonder what God does he serve and I like to hear him explain his religion. However, I don't think Mitt Romney would stoop that low to ask Huckabee to explain his religion after that comment. Huckabee is a snake oil salesman. Huckabee proclaims to be a God fearing man and a minister makes me wonder what God does he serve and I like to hear him explain his religion. However, I don't think Mitt Romney would stoop that low to ask Huckabee to explain his religion after that comment. Huckabee is a snake oil salesman.

]]> By: Joe,NY http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179490 Joe,NY Wed, 12 Dec 2007 21:00:49 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179490 Hey Jason, My dad was stationed at Beale AFB 45 years ago! Read Truth Seekers comment and let me know what ya think. Hey Jason, My dad was stationed at Beale AFB 45 years ago! Read Truth Seekers comment and let me know what ya think.

]]> By: ray madison wi http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179483 ray madison wi Wed, 12 Dec 2007 20:55:01 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179483 how in the world is that an attack on romneys religion? what is untrue about the statement? thats why romney wont win - he is ashamed of his mormonism because its a strange belief compared to christianity. if he is offended, its because the rest of america can see that. hope is gets throttled in these primaries. how in the world is that an attack on romneys religion? what is untrue about the statement? thats why romney wont win – he is ashamed of his mormonism because its a strange belief compared to christianity. if he is offended, its because the rest of america can see that. hope is gets throttled in these primaries.

]]> By: Steve, Lyons, CO http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179480 Steve, Lyons, CO Wed, 12 Dec 2007 20:53:38 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179480 "Mike huckabee is right and mitt romney should get over it. The mormons say Jesus and Lucifer are brothers. well if you read the king James bible Lucifer became the devil when kicked out of heaven." Do any of you christian robots ever wonder why your god was so weak, he created angels that ended up turning against him, one becoming Lucifer? This is supposedly a omnipotent deity? Here's why bashing Huckabee and his religion isn't bashing everyone's: Huckabee doesn't believe in evolution or global warming. He's scientifically challenged. The U.S. does NOT need another religiously-deluded extremist like President George "God told me to kill innocent Iraqi civilians" Bush. "Mike huckabee is right and mitt romney should get over it. The mormons say Jesus and Lucifer are brothers. well if you read the king James bible Lucifer became the devil when kicked out of heaven."

Do any of you christian robots ever wonder why your god was so weak, he created angels that ended up turning against him, one becoming Lucifer?

This is supposedly a omnipotent deity?

Here's why bashing Huckabee and his religion isn't bashing everyone's: Huckabee doesn't believe in evolution or global warming. He's scientifically challenged. The U.S. does NOT need another religiously-deluded extremist like President George "God told me to kill innocent Iraqi civilians" Bush.

]]> By: statistical hypothesis http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179448 statistical hypothesis Wed, 12 Dec 2007 20:40:17 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179448 Randy S. Lawton, OK: You said: "By what means do you determine the above fact. Atheism absolutely is not a religion. Who do they pray to or worship? What is the dogma? What is the doctrine? Where do they congregate? Whan an idiot!" Einstien, first of all I didn't say it was a fact, but rather a theory or a statistical hypothesis. Further, according to Dictionary.com the definition of religion is "something one believes in and follows devotedly". I bet you didn't even know that the word "religion" may mean something other than the "religion as belief in God". Atheists believe NOTHING - this is their belief, their dogma. What is their doctrine? Let's again refer to Dictionary.com and check what is the definition of "atheism". Shall we? Atheism - the doctrine that there is no God or gods; denial that there is a God; disbelief in the existence of a supreme being or beings. Happy now, Einstien? Randy S. Lawton, OK:

You said: "By what means do you determine the above fact. Atheism absolutely is not a religion. Who do they pray to or worship? What is the dogma? What is the doctrine? Where do they congregate? Whan an idiot!"

Einstien, first of all I didn't say it was a fact, but rather a theory or a statistical hypothesis. Further, according to Dictionary.com the definition of religion is "something one believes in and follows devotedly". I bet you didn't even know that the word "religion" may mean something other than the "religion as belief in God".

Atheists believe NOTHING – this is their belief, their dogma. What is their doctrine? Let's again refer to Dictionary.com and check what is the definition of "atheism". Shall we? Atheism – the doctrine that there is no God or gods; denial that there is a God; disbelief in the existence of a supreme being or beings.

Happy now, Einstien?

]]> By: Pejai, LA, CA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179445 Pejai, LA, CA Wed, 12 Dec 2007 20:39:49 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179445 What do you expect from a hypocrite. Ron Paul 2008. What do you expect from a hypocrite.

Ron Paul 2008.

]]> By: Dwain Sims http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179430 Dwain Sims Wed, 12 Dec 2007 20:28:07 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179430 I think all American Politians should decalre that this country was built on Judea / Christen values and I don't think that there's anything wrong with that. Eastern Countries have no problem basing thier laws on thier Prominate religion, why should we? When our fore-fathers dictated separation of church and state, they were trying to ensure that religious influance would not dominate our government by the narrow views of clerics or others who would not be able to make decisions on indiviual freedoms regardless of personal beliefs without consulting a "Higher Authority" as was the case in England, Spain and France. It was not however meant to take "GOD" out of our lives or the values that we believe that come from "GOD". There will come a time when this country will have to decide on which of the World's religions our values hold closest to. At that time we will have to realize that it is because of our belief in The Christen "GOD" that we are tolerant of all others and without that belief we or any other nation can not truly be a melting pot. I think all American Politians should decalre that this country was built on Judea / Christen values and I don't think that there's anything wrong with that. Eastern Countries have no problem basing thier laws on thier Prominate religion, why should we?

When our fore-fathers dictated separation of church and state, they were trying to ensure that religious influance would not dominate our government by the narrow views of clerics or others who would not be able to make decisions on indiviual freedoms regardless of personal beliefs without consulting a "Higher Authority" as was the case in England, Spain and France.

It was not however meant to take "GOD" out of our lives or the values that we believe that come from "GOD". There will come a time when this country will have to decide on which of the World's religions our values hold closest to. At that time we will have to realize that it is because of our belief in The Christen "GOD" that we are tolerant of all others and without that belief we or any other nation can not truly be a melting pot.

]]> By: Jewel New Orleans, LA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179427 Jewel New Orleans, LA Wed, 12 Dec 2007 20:26:07 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179427 Let me just say this, I do not understand why Mitt Romney's roll in the Mormon church is such a big deal. I do, understand why comments are being made. Now, I don't thing that Mr. Huckabee was trying to be hateful with the comment, but now is the most important time to seperate religion and the state. I think the main reason why Romney is not speaking up on the Mormon faith is because his faith should not over shadow the reason he is running and that is for a better America. Closing I should also say that I have not decided who is better for our country but someone's religion will not impact my decision! Let me just say this, I do not understand why Mitt Romney's roll in the Mormon church is such a big deal. I do, understand why comments are being made. Now, I don't thing that Mr. Huckabee was trying to be hateful with the comment, but now is the most important time to seperate religion and the state. I think the main reason why Romney is not speaking up on the Mormon faith is because his faith should not over shadow the reason he is running and that is for a better America. Closing I should also say that I have not decided who is better for our country but someone's religion will not impact my decision!

]]> By: David, Boise ID http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179411 David, Boise ID Wed, 12 Dec 2007 20:16:17 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179411 I'm a Mormon and the doctrinal statement is true and I'm not shying away from it. This article is a choppy piece that I don't fully trust. In reality, I don't believe Huckabee is trying to attack the Mormon religion but I also don't believe he doesn't know whether Mormons are a cult or not. That was a political line because most Bible schools southern baptists directly teach about the "Mormon Cult." For Romney, he's right on about religion and Huckabee agrees so he has nothing to add. In the end, Huckabbe is the first Republican candidate I would invite over for dinner but Romney is the first person I would want as my president. I'm a Mormon and the doctrinal statement is true and I'm not shying away from it. This article is a choppy piece that I don't fully trust. In reality, I don't believe Huckabee is trying to attack the Mormon religion but I also don't believe he doesn't know whether Mormons are a cult or not. That was a political line because most Bible schools southern baptists directly teach about the "Mormon Cult." For Romney, he's right on about religion and Huckabee agrees so he has nothing to add.

In the end, Huckabbe is the first Republican candidate I would invite over for dinner but Romney is the first person I would want as my president.

]]> By: Jeb, Austin, TX http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179410 Jeb, Austin, TX Wed, 12 Dec 2007 20:16:08 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179410 Commenters on this page are simply using this quote (which really isn't a big deal) as a platform to stand on and bash religion. If you have something to say that is meaningful and relevant than say it, but don't call Christians "close-minded" when all you can do is bash them for their religious beliefs or call them imaginary. That seems a little close-minded to me. Commenters on this page are simply using this quote (which really isn't a big deal) as a platform to stand on and bash religion. If you have something to say that is meaningful and relevant than say it, but don't call Christians "close-minded" when all you can do is bash them for their religious beliefs or call them imaginary.

That seems a little close-minded to me.

]]> By: Jayson, Beale AFB, CA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179394 Jayson, Beale AFB, CA Wed, 12 Dec 2007 20:08:55 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179394 David, You spend your whole life being told by supposed Christians that you aren't a Christian because all the major Christians leaders said so and see if you don't get sick of all the crap that people can come up in regards to your faith. Bottom line is don't criticize members of a faith if you haven't walked a mile in their shoes. Anyways as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints I could care less what any leader of any other church says about my church. The only people capable of telling me if I am a Christain would be God the Father and Jesus Christ. I absolutely get a kick out of all these people who think they have the right to judge whether or not I am a Christian. But that is human nature for yah, trying to fill in for God in judging. David,
You spend your whole life being told by supposed Christians that you aren't a Christian because all the major Christians leaders said so and see if you don't get sick of all the crap that people can come up in regards to your faith. Bottom line is don't criticize members of a faith if you haven't walked a mile in their shoes.

Anyways as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints I could care less what any leader of any other church says about my church. The only people capable of telling me if I am a Christain would be God the Father and Jesus Christ. I absolutely get a kick out of all these people who think they have the right to judge whether or not I am a Christian. But that is human nature for yah, trying to fill in for God in judging.

]]> By: David, Gilbert Arizona http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179385 David, Gilbert Arizona Wed, 12 Dec 2007 20:06:52 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179385 I have to chuckle after reading most of these posts. Some posters seem to think Huckabee is devisive and a bigot. Others think Huckabee's question is contrived to cause controversy. And yet others even ask why Huckabee would even discuss someone elses religion to begin with. What seems the most glaring omission by most posters is that the upcoming article is dripping with different religious topics ranging from the "Left Behind" books, Jerry Falwell, and the Book of Proverbs. It was the interviewer who brought up the subject of Mormonism. It was not Huckabee. If anyone was being controversial it would be the interviewer. Concidering the religious overtone of the article, the question Huckabee asked meshed very well. Huckabee stated he doesn't know much about Mormons and then asked a simple question, "don't Mormons believe that Jesus and the devil are brothers?" I really like how some of the posters here seem to have some special crystal ball that lets them read the mind of Mike Huckabee and know beyond a doubt that he was being devisive. It might be that Mike was simply curious and asked a question. It doesn't surprise me that Mitt jumped on the question and spun it to come across as an attack when in fact there was no attack. How can you attack something by asking a valid question, one that is actually true? Can you attack a religion with the truth? I have to chuckle after reading most of these posts. Some posters seem to think Huckabee is devisive and a bigot. Others think Huckabee's question is contrived to cause controversy. And yet others even ask why Huckabee would even discuss someone elses religion to begin with.

What seems the most glaring omission by most posters is that the upcoming article is dripping with different religious topics ranging from the "Left Behind" books, Jerry Falwell, and the Book of Proverbs.

It was the interviewer who brought up the subject of Mormonism. It was not Huckabee. If anyone was being controversial it would be the interviewer. Concidering the religious overtone of the article, the question Huckabee asked meshed very well. Huckabee stated he doesn't know much about Mormons and then asked a simple question, "don't Mormons believe that Jesus and the devil are brothers?"

I really like how some of the posters here seem to have some special crystal ball that lets them read the mind of Mike Huckabee and know beyond a doubt that he was being devisive. It might be that Mike was simply curious and asked a question.

It doesn't surprise me that Mitt jumped on the question and spun it to come across as an attack when in fact there was no attack. How can you attack something by asking a valid question, one that is actually true? Can you attack a religion with the truth?

]]> By: Lorena, Lancaster CA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179383 Lorena, Lancaster CA Wed, 12 Dec 2007 20:05:22 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179383 After Huckabee's question was asked the press did quote an answer they received by talking to a Mormon church representative. She pointed out that this is frequently used to vilify the church not to clarify the doctorines. That's why it's seen as an attack even though it's essentially true. I don't buy Huckabee's argument that it was taken out of context. Why ask a question at all when you're being interviewed? I think he really was trying to stir something up. Even though it's just plain stupid. So, Mormons don't believe in the Trinity. Neither do Jews! So, would that mean he wouldn't vote for someone who's Jewish? After Huckabee's question was asked the press did quote an answer they received by talking to a Mormon church representative. She pointed out that this is frequently used to vilify the church not to clarify the doctorines. That's why it's seen as an attack even though it's essentially true.

I don't buy Huckabee's argument that it was taken out of context. Why ask a question at all when you're being interviewed? I think he really was trying to stir something up. Even though it's just plain stupid. So, Mormons don't believe in the Trinity. Neither do Jews! So, would that mean he wouldn't vote for someone who's Jewish?

]]> By: Thomas williams,carson,calif http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179377 Thomas williams,carson,calif Wed, 12 Dec 2007 20:03:27 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179377 Mike huckabee is right and mitt romney should get over it. The mormons say Jesus and Lucifer are brothers. well if you read the king James bible Lucifer became the devil when kicked out of heaven. Mike huckabee is right and mitt romney should get over it. The mormons say Jesus and Lucifer are brothers. well if you read the king James bible Lucifer became the devil when kicked out of heaven.

]]> By: Val Davydov, Agawam, MA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179368 Val Davydov, Agawam, MA Wed, 12 Dec 2007 20:00:45 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179368 First of all, anyone that would like to comment on this blog SHOULD READ COMMENTS posted by Erik, Austin TX - very insightful comment. Certain scriptures in the Bible cannot be taken literally, therefore, require intelligent interpretation like Erik's. Mr. Huckabee should be the first one to point this out since he is a theologian. Second, please stop generalizing that all "Christians are bigoted, small-minded, and wrong". As a Christian, I am offended by this. First of all, anyone that would like to comment on this blog SHOULD READ COMMENTS posted by Erik, Austin TX – very insightful comment. Certain scriptures in the Bible cannot be taken literally, therefore, require intelligent interpretation like Erik's. Mr. Huckabee should be the first one to point this out since he is a theologian.

Second, please stop generalizing that all "Christians are bigoted, small-minded, and wrong". As a Christian, I am offended by this.

]]> By: Ryan, Oakland, CA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179365 Ryan, Oakland, CA Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:59:52 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179365 As a Mormon, let me explain our belief. We believe that we were all created by Heavenly Father, Including Christ and Lucifer. So we are all the sons and daughters of God and are brothers and sisters. But Mormons still get miffed when Evangelicals take this doctrine, look at one small piece of it and then claim that a principle doctrine of Mormonism is that Christ and Satan are brothers. Sure that can be inferred from other doctrines but its not like we go around in Church referring to Christ as "Satan's Brother" or vice-versa. It also implies that we think they're equal or somehow similar. This is not the case at all. As someone else said its equivalent to saying Ghandi and Hitler are spirit brothers. We believe they are, but that doesn't mean anything other than the technical fact that they were both created by God. As a Mormon, let me explain our belief. We believe that we were all created by Heavenly Father, Including Christ and Lucifer. So we are all the sons and daughters of God and are brothers and sisters.

But Mormons still get miffed when Evangelicals take this doctrine, look at one small piece of it and then claim that a principle doctrine of Mormonism is that Christ and Satan are brothers. Sure that can be inferred from other doctrines but its not like we go around in Church referring to Christ as "Satan's Brother" or vice-versa.

It also implies that we think they're equal or somehow similar. This is not the case at all. As someone else said its equivalent to saying Ghandi and Hitler are spirit brothers. We believe they are, but that doesn't mean anything other than the technical fact that they were both created by God.

]]> By: Maggie B, Ames, Iowa http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179356 Maggie B, Ames, Iowa Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:55:03 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179356 If our country is founded on the basis that there is to be an established freedom of expression and religion, and there is to be a distinct separation of church and state, then my question is this: Why would it matter what Mr.Romney believes if it has nothing to do with how he will run the country if elected president? If our country is founded on the basis that there is to be an established freedom of expression and religion, and there is to be a distinct separation of church and state, then my question is this: Why would it matter what Mr.Romney believes if it has nothing to do with how he will run the country if elected president?

]]> By: lava, North Pole http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179354 lava, North Pole Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:53:19 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179354 Steve, Landing, NJ: You said: "Huckabee would still probably make a better president than Romney." You probably know NOTHING about Romney and don't care to know anything. Very sad. Steve, Landing, NJ:

You said: "Huckabee would still probably make a better president than Romney."

You probably know NOTHING about Romney and don't care to know anything. Very sad.

]]> By: Mark San Antonio TX http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179353 Mark San Antonio TX Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:52:38 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179353 After reading all these comments I can understand now how a guy like George Bush got elected president. Only in America. After reading all these comments I can understand now how a guy like George Bush got elected president. Only in America.

]]> By: Rhonda, Dallas, TX http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179352 Rhonda, Dallas, TX Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:51:50 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179352 He was asking a question! The fact is, I've read books written by former Mormons and they do believe that Satan and Jesus were brothers, among a lot of other things the average person doesn't know. Why not ask Mitt Romney that question and see what he says? He won't answer it, he'll just say it is attacking his religion. That's because it IS what they believe. He was asking a question! The fact is, I've read books written by former Mormons and they do believe that Satan and Jesus were brothers, among a lot of other things the average person doesn't know. Why not ask Mitt Romney that question and see what he says? He won't answer it, he'll just say it is attacking his religion. That's because it IS what they believe.

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]]> By: cassy, farmington, mn http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179345 cassy, farmington, mn Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:49:18 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179345 bad move for huckabee!! i defiantly think he's going to lose a lot of votes for this one. i'm an ex-mormon myself and i have nothing but love for the religion. bad move for huckabee!! i defiantly think he's going to lose a lot of votes for this one. i'm an ex-mormon myself and i have nothing but love for the religion.

]]> By: Lindsy, Billing Montana http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179339 Lindsy, Billing Montana Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:47:05 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179339 Mormon's aren't a cult. This is so dumb, get over it. My best friend is mormon and is a gret person. Focus on the type of person, not on the religion. Mormon's aren't a cult. This is so dumb, get over it. My best friend is mormon and is a gret person. Focus on the type of person, not on the religion.

]]> By: Steve, Lyons, CO http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179336 Steve, Lyons, CO Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:43:09 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179336 "Gov. Huckabee has said consistently that he believes this campaign should center on a discussion of the important issues confronting our nation, and not focus on questions of religious belief," A baldface lie. Mr. "I'm the Christian candidate" envisions a theocracy for the U.S. The idiot doesn't even believe in evolution, which means he's anti-science. The Know-Nothings as a political movement died in the mid-1800s. "Gov. Huckabee has said consistently that he believes this campaign should center on a discussion of the important issues confronting our nation, and not focus on questions of religious belief,"

A baldface lie. Mr. "I'm the Christian candidate" envisions a theocracy for the U.S. The idiot doesn't even believe in evolution, which means he's anti-science.

The Know-Nothings as a political movement died in the mid-1800s.

]]> By: Chris NY,NY http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179334 Chris NY,NY Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:42:37 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179334 Can a real LDS member please explain what magic underwear is or if it even is a real thing in LDS. And also please explain Jesus and Kolob? Is that a real thing or are people just trying to make LDS look weird? Can a real LDS member please explain what magic underwear is or if it even is a real thing in LDS. And also please explain Jesus and Kolob? Is that a real thing or are people just trying to make LDS look weird?

]]> By: David McVicker, Columbis, Ohio http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179333 David McVicker, Columbis, Ohio Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:42:30 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179333 I think it's funny that people get "offended" when their religon is "attacked". Mormons do believe that Jesus is the brother of Satan, it says so right in their scripture, so why do they cower when people bring up the subject? If they really believe it to be the truth, then why should they be ashamed of it? And if they are ashamed of it, then why do they continue believing in Mormonism? Anyone who deliberalty chooses to follow something they believe is a lie is, well..., an idiot. I believe that Jesus Christ is Lord, and I am certianly not ashamed to have that belief. If I was running for President I wouldn't side-step the issue, and would certianly take the time to answer any criticism about my beliefs. I would also not view and anti-Christian comment as offensive, but rather as an opportunity. If you find it offensive when someone criticizes your beliefs, then you probably don't actually believe it is the truth. At least if Romney would stand-up for what he believes he could get some points for consistency, but if he hides at the first sign of criticism, how could anyone justify voting for someone like that? I think it's funny that people get "offended" when their religon is "attacked". Mormons do believe that Jesus is the brother of Satan, it says so right in their scripture, so why do they cower when people bring up the subject? If they really believe it to be the truth, then why should they be ashamed of it? And if they are ashamed of it, then why do they continue believing in Mormonism? Anyone who deliberalty chooses to follow something they believe is a lie is, well..., an idiot.

I believe that Jesus Christ is Lord, and I am certianly not ashamed to have that belief. If I was running for President I wouldn't side-step the issue, and would certianly take the time to answer any criticism about my beliefs. I would also not view and anti-Christian comment as offensive, but rather as an opportunity.

If you find it offensive when someone criticizes your beliefs, then you probably don't actually believe it is the truth. At least if Romney would stand-up for what he believes he could get some points for consistency, but if he hides at the first sign of criticism, how could anyone justify voting for someone like that?

]]> By: Jose, Miami FL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179330 Jose, Miami FL Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:40:58 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179330 BlueGoose: Yes, you are right Christians do not say hateful things. Is it putting out there the truth about any religion hateful? Are the Mormons liable for what they believe? I don't think that by saying it is hateful speech. BlueGoose: Yes, you are right Christians do not say hateful things. Is it putting out there the truth about any religion hateful? Are the Mormons liable for what they believe? I don't think that by saying it is hateful speech.

]]> By: Robert S., New Orleans, Louisiana http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179324 Robert S., New Orleans, Louisiana Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:38:48 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179324 I hope the Republican Evangelical Jesus Wars keep them out of the White House. I hope the Republican Evangelical Jesus Wars keep them out of the White House.

]]> By: Justin, Indianapolis, IN http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179322 Justin, Indianapolis, IN Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:38:22 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179322 I don't understand how evangelical Christians, who believe that God created the earth in 6 days, that a virgin conceived and gave birth, and that a man who was dead 3 days rose from the grave, have any room to criticize whatever it is Romney and Mormons believe. Notice that the Dems aren't saying anything about Huckabee because they want him to be the Republican candidate. Why? Because he'll get slaughtered in the general election. I don't understand how evangelical Christians, who believe that God created the earth in 6 days, that a virgin conceived and gave birth, and that a man who was dead 3 days rose from the grave, have any room to criticize whatever it is Romney and Mormons believe. Notice that the Dems aren't saying anything about Huckabee because they want him to be the Republican candidate. Why? Because he'll get slaughtered in the general election.

]]> By: anonymous, Huntsville, AL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179318 anonymous, Huntsville, AL Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:37:36 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/12/12/huckabee-takes-fire-for-mormon-comment/#comment-179318 not a very Christian attitude. Too bad, I had hopes for Mr. Huckabee before now. not a very Christian attitude. Too bad, I had hopes for Mr. Huckabee before now.

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