Thank you so much for the political Dialogue addressing the elephant/donkey in Christian living rooms (Page 23, September). It is time we discussed the issue openly. The spirit of Christ must reign even here since we are Christians first before we are Americans.

It seems to me that the platform that more closely resembles the teaching of Jesus ought to determine our vote. Taking care of the “least of these” is the final exam in Matthew 25. The Sermon on the Mount calls us to a clearly defined value system. The actual words of Jesus ought to be paramount in our decisions.

Also, Erik Tryggestad’s protestation of wholesale forwarding of e-mail, true or not (Views, Page 35, September), was a most timely reminder for Christians.Thank you for shining light in dark places.

Aline Edson | Cedar Park, Texas
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