Perry Very Likely to Run

[The Dude 206]

Of course not. Jesus was a commie.

Or the fact that he was most likely an arab. Some people get an aneurysm if you even suggest that Jesus didn't have blonde hair and blue eyes.

[Mr. Big Dog 10,747]

Or the fact that he was most likely an arab.

So you're saying that Jesus would not only have an impossible path to the White House but wouldn't even be considered for a cabinet position in a Herman Cain administration? Or that he would have to take special, iron-clad oaths before he we would be entertained?

[luckytxn 2,263]

Great. Another RINO in the blend.

[웃 910]

Great. Another RINO in the blend.

God is a RINO?

[Vi-Jay 218]

News usually is something that you don't already know. Newt's campaign crashed before it ever took off. Hence, any additional information in regards to Newt's failed campaign isn't news. Now, the TX governor handing the governance of his state over to God so that he can run for President is news. That's not something that was previously known.

New Information: News

Old Information: Not News

It's quite simple, really.

Newt's "head" staff quit yesterday. Did you know that before it was reported?

Edited June 10, 2011 by Vi-Jay

[웃 910]

Did you guys know that the origin of the word NEWS comes from the first letter of each direction: North / South / East / West

[Vi-Jay 218]

Did you guys know that the origin of the word NEWS comes from the first letter of each direction: North / South / East / West

Cool.

[Mr. Big Dog 10,747]

Newt's "head" staff quit yesterday. Did you know that before it was reported?

His campaign was dead before they quit. How did you miss that?

God is a RINO?

Yep. God has mercy.

Edited June 11, 2011 by Mr. Big Dog

[Gary and Alla 3,694]

Can we look forward to more 'rapture' events should this goofy character run for office?

I thought the Repub plan was to civilize Afghanistan, not learn from them

So a politicians sex habits are not important, but his religious ones are?

I still say you have yet to see the person that will be the Republican nominee enter the race

[Gary and Alla 3,694]

Did you guys know that the origin of the word NEWS comes from the first letter of each direction: North / South / East / West

So why isn't it NEOS in French?

Or the fact that he was most likely an arab. Some people get an aneurysm if you even suggest that Jesus didn't have blonde hair and blue eyes.

Try suggesting he never existed.

[Peikko 1,575]

So a politicians sex habits are not important, but his religious ones are?

I still say you have yet to see the person that will be the Republican nominee enter the race

I don't care what religion a politician subscribes to, or if he subscribes to none at all, that is none of my business and has no bearing on anything relevant to the job of being a politician. However, if a person in an important position makes stupid comments like "I can't solve the problems I was elected to solve so I'll organize a prayer day and put everything in the hands of god" rather than getting on trying to do his job, something that has an actual bearing on his ability and willingness to do the JOB he was elected to do, yes Gary, this has RELEVANCE.

Edited June 12, 2011 by The Truth™

[SuperDuper! 230]

I don't care what religion a politician subscribes to, or if he subscribes to none at all, that is none of my business and has no bearing on anything relevant to the job of being a politician. However, if a person in an important position makes stupid comments like "I can't solve the problems I was elected to solve so I'll organize a prayer day and put everything in the hands of god" rather than getting on trying to do his job, something that has an actual bearing on his ability and willingness to do the JOB he was elected to do, yes Gary, this has RELEVANCE.

The Truth? Sounds more like a lie.

The National Day of Prayer in the US, was first called for back in 1775 by the first Continental Congress, and then later by none other than Abraham Lincoln, Waaay before you had your opinion about it, and it will be here Long after you are gone and forgotten.

History of the National Day of Prayer

"Fasting and prayer are religious exercises; the enjoining them an act of discipline. Every religious society has a right to determine for itself the time for these exercises, and the objects proper for them, according to their own particular tenets; and right can never be safer than in their hands, where the Constitution has deposited it." Thomas Jefferson, 1808

Because of the faith of many of our founding fathers, public prayer and national days of prayer have a long-standing and significant history in American tradition. The Supreme Court affirmed the right of state legislatures to open their sessions with prayer in Marsh vs. Chambers (1983).

The National Day of Prayer is a vital part of our heritage. Since the first call to prayer in 1775, when the Continental Congress asked the colonies to pray for wisdom in forming a nation, the call to prayer has continued through our history, including President Lincoln's proclamation of a day of "humiliation, fasting, and prayer" in 1863. In 1952, a joint resolution by Congress, signed by President Truman, declared an annual, national day of prayer. In 1988, the law was amended and signed by President Reagan, permanently setting the day as the first Thursday of every May. Each year, the president signs a proclamation, encouraging all Americans to pray on this day. Last year, all 50 state governors plus the governors of several U.S. territories signed similar proclamations.

1952 Harry S. Truman declares a National Day of Prayer and signs into law an annual

observance there of – United States Congress passed Joint Resolution 382 on April 17, 1952/ President Truman signs Public Law 82-324 (Public Law 82-324; 66 Stat. 64—April 17, 1952).

1988 Ronald Reagan signs into law the designation of the first Thursday in May as the annual observance for the National Day of Prayer – President Reagan signs Public Law 100-307

January 25, 1988, in the Second Session of the One Hundredth Congress (Public Law 100-307—May 5, 1988).

1998 Pub. L. 105-225, August 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1258: The President shall issue each year a proclamation designating the first Thursday in May as a National Day of Prayer on which the people of the United States may turn to God in prayer and meditation at churches, in groups, and as individuals.

View the Historical Time Line>>

The National Day of Prayer is Significant

The National Day of Prayer has great significance for us as a nation. It enables us to recall and to teach the way in which our founding fathers sought the wisdom of God when faced with critical decisions. It stands as a call to us to humbly come before God, seeking His guidance for our leaders and His grace upon us as a people. The unanimous passage of the bill establishing the National Day of Prayer as an annual event, signifies that prayer is as important to our nation today as it was in the beginning.

Like Thanksgiving or Christmas, this day has become a national observance placed on all Hallmark calendars and observed annually across the nation and in Washington, D.C. Last year, local, state and federal observances were held from sunrise in Maine to sunset in Hawaii, uniting Americans from all socio-economic, political and ethnic backgrounds in prayer for our nation. It is estimated that over two million people attended more than 30,000 observances organized by approximately 40,000 volunteers. At state capitols, county court houses, on the steps of city halls, and in schools, businesses, churches and homes, people stopped their activities and gathered for prayer.

The National Day of Prayer is Ours

The National Day of Prayer belongs to all Americans. It is a day that transcends differences, bringing together citizens from all backgrounds. Mrs. Shirley Dobson, NDP chairman, reminds us: "We have lost many of our freedoms in America because we have been asleep. I feel if we do not become involved and support the annual National Day of Prayer, we could end up forfeiting this freedom, too."

Historical Summary

1775 – The first Continental Congress called for a National Day of Prayer

1863 – Abraham Lincoln called for such a day.

1952 – Congress established NDP as an annual event by a joint resolution, signed into law by President Truman (82-324)

1988 – The law was amended and signed by President Reagan, designating the NDP as the first Thursday in May (100-307).

<a href="http://nationaldayofprayer.org/about/history/>

Edited June 12, 2011 by Boing!

[B_J 2,752]

Or the fact that he was most likely an arab. Some people get an aneurysm if you even suggest that Jesus didn't have blonde hair and blue eyes.

Try suggesting he never existed.

Do you really doubt that Jesus existed?

[웃 910]

Do you really doubt that Jesus existed?

I have a theory. God created the universe. He existed. But He committed suicide about 1500 years ago.

[B_J 2,752]

I have a theory. God created the universe. He existed. But He committed suicide about 1500 years ago.

There is a difference between doubting the existence of God and doubting the existence of Jesus. You may question who Jesus was; but I didn't think anybody really questioned his existence.