Lab Kat

Frankly, I thought this would come sooner. Like five minutes before President Obama was sworn in on Abraham Lincoln’s bible.

Christians of, shall we say, a more conservative  bent are a little peeved our president has not chosen an “official” church to attend for the duration of his term(s). And, his attendance is not up to snuff as well.

I’m sorry. When did our Commander-in-Chief become the Chaplain-in-Chief? Why is it required he go to church? Oh, wait. Back that up. A christian church, of course. Imagine the national meltdown if President Obama chose a mosque or temple as his place of worship. I’m sure god would immediately smite us with all his holiness. Or something like that.

Look, I want the president to guide our country with regard to law, order and the occasion family photo-op. He is not, contrary to what some think, the go-to person for spiritual guidance in this country. In fact, I’d rather he keep his spirituality to himself. First, his personal faith is none of my business. Second – and I do realize there are people in this country right now who believe our country was founded by fundamentalist baptists with sprinkles of catholicism for nifty fashion sense  – this is NOT a christian nation. It is a nation made of up people who happen to be christian. And, muslim. And, jewish. And, those who reject all of the above. Having our highest leader invoke god while in a official capacity is the worst breach of the separation of church and state.

Ironically, one of the most frequent church-goers in recent history was former President Clinton, who has been demonized by the conservatives. And, former President Reagan – the Republican patron saint – rarely attended.

Look, if I decide I want spiritual guidance, I will go to the clergy, not to my government. And, while we’re on the subject of extreme right-wing thought, if I want a medical opinion, I’ll go to the doctor, NOT my government.

I want my president and government to GOVERN, not preach, convert or invoke the name of god for indefensible choices, like starting wars and such. Because we know that god is all about killing other people in the name of national security.

I hope our president keeps his faith private and his head clear when making decisions of national and international importance. Quite frankly, you can’t be a good president on your knees.

*bimbles off*