I will have to admit that I am uncomfortable talking about religion on these forums. I am not a christian, and have some deeply divisive views on religion in general. If someone wanted to call me an atheist, I would not be offended, though I refer to myself as a humanist. Here is a link to a thesis labeled "The most segregated hour in America".

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It seems impossible to discuss church without race coming up in this election. I see this as a deeper problem then just a few offensive comments from a preacher. I may not be the best to comment on this, because I see many Christian churches making offensive comments. Beyond these comments there are 20 centuries of bloodshed, which remains unanswered. The Catholic church has protected known child molesters. The FLDS has subjected under age girls to repeated rape. By no means does this end with Christianity either.

So when asked about Senator Obama's religious background, I really can not answer clearly. I would prefer he have no religious beliefs, but that would not be okay for most of this country. I would only state that I do not see any larger hypocrisy in Trinity, than I see in many other churches. I don't post this to offend anyone, but I must be up front with my position on religion.