In the recent CNN news showing with Clinton and Obama, Obama was asked several grilling questions about the issue of faith and religion.
In paraphrase: he says that his mother was at least somewhat distrusting of organized religion. Someone suggested that he try going to church. He eventually joined to be a part of the Christian faith.
He also goes on about his exposure to Muslim faith.
"Islam can be compatible with the modern world. It can be a partner with the Jewish faiths..."
Reverend Jim Wallace asked about the poverty rate in America and the world. He asked about goals on poverty such as cutting poverty in half in 10 years as an example.
The senator responds saying that would be committed to such a goal although he does admit that it would be an ambitious goal.
He suggest many economic changes including changes in the tax code and other major areas. Barack suggest heavy investment in clean energy. Investing in early education especially for the poorest and least affluent.
About torture: Obama has taken a stand against torture. He talks with an objective but also confident tone.
"I think that we have fallen into a false debate..." when it comes to church and state.
"People of religious faith have the same right to come to that public square..."
"What those of us of a religious faith have to do is translate our beliefs"
"The public square is not a place to be righteous about God" paraphrasing.
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