Excersing my Freedom of Speak

I need to defend myself and that is the sole purpose of writing this entry. I am tired of people thinking that if you are not up for a heated political debate then you simply do not know enough to debate. Not true! There are people out there like me, who are just not confrontational and the idea of getting into a debate with one's friend is not the least bit enticing. Unfortunately, I believe this election has brought out the worst in people. And I am not just pointing the finger at others I am pointing at myself too! Our country is in need right now. Our country NEEDS change, our country NEEDS to be protected, our country NEEDS to figure out what the heck is going with this war but more then anything our country NEEDS God! And voting in line with what the Bible teaches is how I am going to be voting. Personally I do not believe that either candidate is the ideal pick for the presidency. It's killing me not to state my opinion here on issue's that are important to me....foreign policy, the war, our future relationship with Israel, socialized medicine, and abortion to name a few. Again, though I am not confrontational and even more then that I do not like to hurt any one's feelings. But know that I DO know enough to debate and with family and people that I am comfortable with I enjoy talking politics. My mother taught us at a young age to always look at both sides of the coin. Sometimes it would infuriate me..."why don't you believe the truth"?! However, she knew exactly what she was doing. For it was the truth that she wanted me to get to by being the opposing force. Looking back I know she argued with me even when she felt the same way I did. This taught me empathy. It also taught me not to follow the crowd but examine both sides of the situation. So yes, I do know what I am talking about when I talk politics and yes, I do understand how both candidates feel on issue's that are important to me. The Bible says to be prepared to give an answer for what you believe. This political season is an example of just that. Proverbs 8:32 says "now therefore, listen to me, my children, for blessed are those who keep my ways".