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[lagilman]

"ST. LOUIS (AP) - John Kerry cited a Bible verse Sunday to criticize leaders who have ``faith but has no deeds,'' prompting President Bush's spokesman to accuse Kerry of exploiting Scripture for a political attack.

Kerry never mentioned Bush by name during his speech at New North Side Baptist Church, but aimed his criticism at ``our present national leadership.'' Kerry cited Scripture in his appeal for the worshippers, including James 2:14, ``What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds?''

``The Scriptures say, what does it profit, my brother, if someone says he has faith but does not have works?'' Kerry said. ``When we look at what is happening in America today, where are the works of compassion?''

Bush campaign spokesman Steve Schmidt said Kerry's comment ``was beyond the bounds of acceptable discourse and a sad exploitation of Scripture for a political attack.'' "


WTF? But he can use his faith to justify taking positions that are offensive to voters who aren't his prime concern? Gimmie a break, pal. If you bring "faith-based initiatives" into the government, then the Bible is fair text for quoting.

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[dianora2.livejournal.com]

Not to mention the event was at a CHURCH. It's not like Kerry was hanging out in a bowling alley tossing off Scripture references. (Although come to think of it I'd like to see that.)

People suck. The Bush administration more so than others.