Texas Republicans want a 'Christian Conservative' to Replace a Jew (house of representatives, Palestinian)

[Manigault]

This is just wrong-headed and ignorant.

"The race to lead the Texas House of Representatives has taken a religious turn, with some conservatives in the state suggesting that the speaker of the House, who is a Jewish Republican, should be replaced by a "Christian conservative."

Over the past month, in a spate of e-mails and political pitches, conservative opponents of incumbent Speaker Joe Straus have said they want him replaced not because of his Jewish religion, but because of his betrayal of Republican principles.

But several of Straus' critics have noted how important it is that a Christian be named to take his place. These discussions have been made public by a series of media reports, drawing condemnation from some corners and making others in the GOP more than a bit uncomfortable. "

'Christian Conservative' Should Replace Jewish Speaker, Some Texas Pols Say - FoxNews.com

"Cook said his opposition was not about Straus' religion, although he prefers Christian candidates."

SREC Member: "I got into politics to put Christian conservatives into office" - The Texas Observer

That sounds like textbook religious bigotry to me.

[nmnita]

just wondered from reading the headlines of the story, what does the word "some" mean to you? Your heading makes it sound like all Republicans in Texas want a Christian Conservative to replace him. Nice rty!!!
Nita

[Metro Matt]

"conservative opponents of incumbent Speaker Joe Straus have said they want him replaced not because of his Jewish religion, but because of his betrayal of Republican principles."

Fair enough.

[Smash255]

Originally Posted by Metro Matt

"conservative opponents of incumbent Speaker Joe Straus have said they want him replaced not because of his Jewish religion, but because of his betrayal of Republican principles."

Fair enough.

"My e-mail said nothing about Jewish people. I just want Christian conservatives in office,"


Ok so the defense is basically I didn't say anything bout Jewish people, I just don't want them in office. Ahh how refreshing.....

[Jay F]

While I don't approve of this incident, overall I am more concerned about the anti-semitism coming from the left in this country.

[californio sur]

Originally Posted by Jay F

While I don't approve of this incident, overall I am more concerned about the anti-semitism coming from the left in this country.

I think you mean anti-Israel not antisemitism especially since most Jews are Democratic.

[Old Gringo]

Texas Republicans have searched for and found the point of lowest intelligence. They're now busy looking for a shovel.

[Mr. Joshua]

Originally Posted by californio sur

I think you mean anti-Israel not antisemitism especially since most Jews are Democratic.

And most Jews in 1939 Germany considered themselves good Germans.

BTW why on earth would liberals be anti-Israel?

[Gearhound]

Here's why, at least from MY liberal Jewish point of view:

Israeli self-defense.................................YES
Israeli settlements on Palestinian land.....NO

Steve