Like most liberals, or often people in general, Bernie Sanders just doesn't get it. In last week's confirmation hearings of Russell T. Vought, the following exchange took place.
I saw one comment on youtube, it stated, "Mr. Sanders is doing the very thing he is accusing Mr. Vought of doing—being exclusive. He is obviously rejecting Mr. Vought because of his beliefs." I couldn't agree more.
Seems like Bernie was trying to dig up some dirt on Mr. Vought, and found this article. An article where Mr. Vought is defending his university and expressing his values. But those values don't line up with Mr. Sanders values, so the attack was on. I find it interesting that when Mr. Vought is explaining his answer, and doing it well, that Mr. Sanders cuts him off and says, "again, I apologize, forgive me, we just don't have a lot of time." He then restates the question. If you don't have a lot of time, then why did you ask the question? But the answer is obvious, it is because he only wants a yes or no answer. He wants to make Mr. Vought appear racist or Islamophobic.
Are some Christians racist or Islamophobic. I would say yes, but Christianity in itself does not support such a position. And I believe Mr. Vought expressed that well. It is a core belief of Christianity that Jesus is the only way to salvation. Expressing that belief should not be a crime, nor should it be a litmus test for confirmation.
I am thankful to see that Mr. Vought was confirmed. Sorry Bernie, the only one expressing intolerance appeared to be you.
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