LAst Saturday night we finally got to hear the truth. With all the political spin and the protecting the candidates from saying something that would not leave a good taste in voters mouth, we finally started hearing what the Presidential candidates really believe and what is at the core of their belief structure. Ameazingly -- IT TOOK AN EVANGELICAL PASTOR TO MAKE IT HAPPEN!!!
Pastor Rick Warren hosted a forum at his church Saturday night and it turned out that 500 media outlets picked up the event and most cable TV networks broadcasted live the forum. The structure of the discussions were simple. Each candidate spent one hour with Warren who asked the exact questions of each man. Obama went first. McCain was not allowed to li8sten to his responses - since Saturday Obama people have claimed that McCain cheated -- NOT TRUE! He arrived late to the church and was sequested to a another building and hide there until he was called to the stage.
The difference with the candidates was clear and remarkably contrast. Obama answers were stumbling, wansewring and never fully landing. Very post modern as was noted by many TV commentators. McCain was forceful, dogmatic and concise. He was answering questions before Warren could finish the questions. The most alarming for me was Obama's inability to clearly share when HE thinks life begins and when a human should have rights. His answer - "that question is above my pay grade???" McCain - "conception!" He was not asked does he believe women should have the right to abortion -- but when does life begin....a personal, moral answer. Astonishing!
McCain's experience, life situations and decisive convictions won me over. Probably before this forum, I was voting against Obama -- McCain showed me something. I still don't like his wild card style that leaves me nervous that he si unpredictable at times and hiw known foul language, that needs some sanctification. But he was very personal and very vulnerable about his failings. I appreciated that.
Because of Saturday's forum, we now have a clear understanding at the difference of the candidates. Spin all youwant political handlers -- we now have the video proof of what the men believe and how they answered. If I were McCain -- I would just keep playing Obama's responses and he will be a shoe in!