Christ had quite a different vision for mankind than the Old Testament put forth. The old Jewish hierarchy was harsh, vindictive, sexist, and prone towards revenge. A reading of the Old Testament makes it very clear that society at the time was very Bushist in its approach to life. Than along came Christ, proclaiming a different way, a forgiving way, a compassionate way, a nonviolent way, subsequently pissing off the Jewish hierarchy. Unfortunately, most Christians have missed this point. They keep holding on to the old. "The way things were." Christ pointed us in a different direction, a way in direct opposition to the old. "The way things can be." Thus, the "NEW" TESTAMENT. It's not a package deal.
I don't think Christ would recognize right-wing Christianity. He would protest in the town square against it. And He would in all likelihood be persecuted for it. Again.

* Do Happy Meals really make kids happy, or just fat?
* Does oil really seep out of Cheney and Bush's ears?
* If it is illegal for a guy to make a pass at a guy in the guys room, is it equally as illegal for a guy to make a pass at a guy, who once was a gal, in the guys room? Or vice versa.
* Is war really the best way to achieve peace?
* Why would God only bless America?
* How many Republican votes does it take to win an election?
* How did nationalism ever get confused with patriotism?
* If capitalism is so great, how did Wal-Mart ever become the largest retailer of Chinese goods in the world?
* How come prisons are filled with poor people?
* Which came first: The egg McMuffin, or the chicken McNugget?
* Why do men worry about what a woman does about her pregnancy? They don't seem to worry about getting her pregnant to begin with.
* Why are we the only civilized country in the world without universal health-care?
* If a business needs tax breaks and all kinds of handouts from the host city, why are they going into business to begin with? Do they not think they can make money honestly?
* In a good economy, how come rich people keep getting richer, and poor people keep getting poorer?
* In a bad economy, how come rich people keep getting richer, and poor people keep getting poorer?

So many questions. If I had a dollar for every question I have, I'd be rich. Then I wouldn't have to ask questions. I'd just accept things the way they are. What are some of your questions?

The popular vote should rule in America. And there should be a paper trail left with every election. As in Scouting, the trail should be cleaner than when you arrived. A recall should also be available with every elected position for such infractions as leading a nation to war on a lie, hiring morons to fill cabinet positions, cutting educational funds, making millionaires out of relatives while in office, making passes at guys in the john, or giving themselves a raise. I'm sure you can think of others....

1. That's not covered by your policy.
2. Hello. This is the IRS.
3. This is for your own good.
4. Relax. This won't hurt a bit.
5. I've never seen that happen before.
6. I'm afraid we can't help you.
7. Your wife ran off with another lady. Or, your husband ran off with another man.
8. It won't cost that much.
9. I have just what you need.
10. How was I suppose to know?
11. Get your hands up, face the wall, and spread 'em.
12. Normally we would take care of that, but...

Imagine responsible companies protecting the environment as though there is a tomorrow, and they view worker knowledge and the company's reputation as their greatest assets.

Imagine individuals and countries settling their differences by negotiation and mediation and compromise. War and fighting are seen as primitive and unthinkable. You can't kill your way to peace.

Imagine that anyone sick can get the treatment they need without losing their life's savings. As a citizen of America, you are entitled
to health-care. It is no longer a privilege.

Imagine no one in the world being hungry. Or homeless. Or alone. It's easy if you try.

Imagine. What can you imagine?