I was going to work on a diary about the end of the culture wars. Then I saw this...
Christians for Better Government is releasing its voter guide to its 20,000 member list in the Houston area. In this election our city is faced with a major deficit and how best to turn our city around financially. That is why Christians for Better Government has decided to endorse Gene Locke for Mayor. Gene is the proven leader this city needs "for such a time as this". He is a family man and a person that knows how to get things done. He has always been on the forefront on issues that affect the community. Gene understands the community and its needs; the others only talk about understanding.
Here is why Peter Brown and Annise Parker are not the best choice for Mayor. Peter Brown puts out false claims that he is a champion for issues affecting the community. Annise Parkers lifestyle that of being a HOMOSEXUAL is not the proper role model to lead the fourth largest city in the United States. The Bible speaks clearly against the lifestyle she represents, James 1:8 says, "A double minded man is confused in all his ways". She does not believe in what the scripture says about her lifestyle which in return means she doesn't believe in God.
Annise Parker, the first openly lesbian candidate for Mayor released the following:
PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release: September 20, 2009
Contact: Sue Davis
713-392-6011 | sue@suedavis.net
Statement by Annise Parker
"I commend Gene Locke for rejecting the purported endorsement announced by a group calling itself ‘Christians for Better Government.’ There is no room in this city for bigotry, whether it’s based on race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender or any other difference between us. We are all Houstonians in a wonderfully diverse city and that is what makes us strong."
As Houston City Controller, Annise Parker directs Houston’s financial investments and manages billions of tax dollars. Her independent audits of city departments and programs have rooted out waste and saved the city money that can be used for priorities such as public safety, after-school programs and economic development. A businesswoman and neighborhood leader, Parker served on City Council for six years. She spent 20 years in the oil and gas industry before entering public service.
To his credit, Locke responded as follows:
"I vehemently reject this so-called ‘endorsement’ from a group calling itself ‘Christians for Better Government.’ Furthermore, as a church-going Christian, I reject any association with this bogus and divisive style of campaigning. I find the message contained in their press release to be reprehensible, and the people of Houston do, too. I trust Houstonians to choose a new mayor based on the issues and the candidates, and not to be swayed by this kind of ugly rhetoric."