The Vatican has now publicly said Catholic politicians who support abortion rights, should not be allowed to take communion.
While the Vatican is said to have "stopped short" of specifically naming John Kerry, all of the articles and news stories on this issue mention no one else. Conservatives are loving this.
Putting aside the fact that this is a(nother) shameful entry of religion into politics in this country, the big question is why is no one talking about Republican Christians who support abortion rights? There are some big names on that list, people who will be undoubtedly speaking at the convention this summer.
- Mayor Rudolph Guiliani
- Governor George Pataki
- Governator Arnold Schwarzenegger
- Director of Homeland Security Tom Ridge
To name a few very notable ones. Perhaps they should take a look at Tom Ridge's voting record on abortion in Congress.
Atrios is encouraging people to call CNN at 404-827-1500 and ask them why they aren't discussing other politicians who should be excommunicated.
It may also be interesting for these "news" organizations to note that churches around the world have reprimanded George Bush for his actions in Iraq, some going so far as to ban him for life.
Other great entries on this from Body and Soul and Amy Sullivan.
