This article is a shining example why I’ve always been unhappy with the intersection of faith and politics.  Among other things, Focus on the Family’s James Dobson accuses former Tennessee senator and current Law and Order actor, Fred Thompson, of not being a Christian.  As further explanation, a spokesperson for Focus on the Family states when they refer to Christians they mean Evangelical Christians!  That statement alone speaks volumes about the kind of “christian” James Dobson is, and the kind of bigoted religion he promulgates.  Volumes! I’m no fan of Fred Thompson.  I don’t like his politics and I’ve never liked him on Law and Order, but these kinds of attacks by supposed leaders of the Christian faith are wrong and the polar opposite of what Jesus Christ stood for.

You have to wonder just what the hell is up with Iran.  This whole international waters issue seems like the stupidest reason provoke an incident, not to mention piss off one of the few countries pushing to normalize relations between Iran and the world.  Moreover, they’re just playing into President Bush’s hands.  Stupid, stupid, stupid!  If Iran follows through with their threat to put British citizens on trial they are risking a lot, and no matter how much Russia may support Iran I doubt seriously if they will take their side if this escalates.