9/11/2009—Although many Democrats despised President George W. Bush and thought he was a liar, I don’t remember any of them yelling “You lie” at Bush during a President speech to Congress, as Republican representative Joe Wilson did during President Obama’s speech on healthcare. There is one important difference between liberal and conservative groupings in America that might explain this behavior. Conservatives like Wilson are either self-proclaimed religious people or are supported by such people, or both. While there are many religious liberals, religion does not usually occupy as prominent a role in liberal politics.
I am suggesting that the true believer mentality that treats political opposition not as rather simple disagreement, but instead, as apocalyptic divide, may have to do with this religious orientation.
It may surprise readers of this blog that I acknowledge this, since I am a admirer of our religions and their place in politics. But I do recognize this tendency. Religion can make people more intolerant.
That is why I would like to quote Pope Benedict, writing before he became Pope, in the book, Truth and Tolerance. Speaking of relativism, Pope Benedict writes, “The one single correct political option does not exist." (117). The church has no special expertise in how to bring about just and efficient healthcare, for example. Not everything is a fundamental moral issue. Benedict knows that. Some Americans forget.
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"I am suggesting that the true believer mentality that treats political opposition not as rather simple disagreement, but instead, as apocalyptic divide, may have to do with this religious orientation."
ReplyDeleteWell said on 9/11. No doubt those hijackers were all "true believers." However, Mao, Hitler and Stalin all espoused a form of secularism not predicated on any religious belief, in fact they were all hostile to religion, and look what they did to their political opposition. Yelling out in the middle of a speech, although highly objectionable on many levels, hardly rises to the level of what those mass murderers did to silence their opposition.
Political power tied to any type of fanaticism (either secular or religious) can lead to lethal consequences.
Wow, this article on "Political Certainty and Religion" really got me thinking! It's fascinating to explore the intersection of these two powerful forces in society.
ReplyDeleteOne thing that really struck me is how political certainty can often be tied to religious beliefs. People tend to cling to their religious ideologies, and it shapes their political views and actions. This can create an interesting dynamic in governance, as policies and decisions may be influenced by religious considerations.
On the other hand, political certainty can also challenge religious beliefs. In a diverse society where numerous belief systems coexist, political debates and discussions can question long-held religious notions and challenge the dogmas that people hold dear.
Overall, this topic raises important questions about the role of religion in politics and vice versa. It's crucial to strike a balance that respects both individual religious freedom and the necessity of a politically stable and inclusive society.
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