From: Jef Allbright (jef@jefallbright.net)
Date: Sat May 31 2003 - 14:55:50 MDT
Olga -
It seems strange that you clipped the main part of my post - the part that
directly answers your question. I've replaced it, for correctness and
completeness, following your question.
- Jef
Olga Bourlin wrote:
> From: "Jef Allbright" <jef@jefallbright.net>
>
>> In my opinion, here's someone worth watching, and perhaps helping.
>
> I agree that he's worth watching.
>
> But disagree on the "god" publicity. There are really three choices
> regarding this nasty "god" business. Say (1) you believe, say (2)
> you don't believe, or say (3)*nothing* - just stick to other issues.
> One doesn't have to bring "god" into the equation at all. So then
> why do it?
[Replacing the text curiously ommitted above]
>> Some people who know better refer to "God" because they understand the
>> political importance of this in gaining wide support for their plans and
>> goals. The use of metaphor can be an effective tool for connecting with
>> people who don't yet have the background knowledge to appreciate the
bigger
>> picture, and can be used with integrity in such cases.
- Jef
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