The attitude expressed by Donovan Golden is naive and irresponsible. First, just because Charles Spurgeon believed something doesn't make it right or wise. Although a spiritual leader may be knowledgeable and wise about many things, doesn't mean he is so about all things. Secondly, such an attitude simply plays into the hands of those in power. Third, it is based on a misunderstanding of the role of government versus that of the Church. Fourth, it ignores the fact that the U.S. Constition, on close reading, makes it clear how to vote in cases where neither party is to one's liking. The Constitution offers a clue to that in they way it gave the President minimal power, and Congress the greater part of power, and emphasizes that within that body, debate and compromise are of utmost importance.

S Park, I disagree. The election system in place is designed for us to vote FOR someone, not AGAINST someone. Based on that, when confronted with 2 evils, we each have a duty to vote for neither of them. Of course, if we only have 2 people running for office, this is a problem; however, we have many people running, and we always have the option of a write-in.

Secondly, if you're worried about 'wasting your vote', then stop and consider the truth of the compromise in voting for the 'less evil' campaigner: compromise is the one sure way to make sure that everyone loses. In choosing the lesser of two evils you have sold out your own values and principles for someone you don't agree with, to prevent someone else you don't agree with from winning. Winning is never that important, especially in light of the battle being already won, and then confirmed by the text of Romans 13.

Was the result of this survey a surprise to anyone. Perhaps, if your work does not extend beyond the church parking lot, or most nites are at a church meeting or teaching/leading a bible study.
" I resent at any time or at any place the attitude that the safety of this country depends on any man holding his job. No man has achieved that strength, and this country has not deteriorated to that weakness"
Owen D. Young

If you want to give away your influence on the election, by all means stay home on election day. But you better not complain about the choices the rest of us have made and made an effort for.

Social Justice has become according to Glenn Beck "A Code Word for Socialism". Its this lack of heartfelt concern and the new Tea Party Neo Conservative views that leave the 47% behind. ProLife does not stop at birth but it does for the new NeoCons and for that reason many will suffer from Tea Party Control. I long for the day Republicans held hostage by these radical views are set free because if they do not share the Tea Party view, they are attacked and voted out. This hijacking of the party has stalled all progress , hurt the American Public and removed the compassion required to hold a position in Congress. Obama has my vote because I know he is seriously trying against all odds to take care of a country while the opposition is sacrificing the country to take care of their party. Here's one example. Republicans were willing to let the Auto Industry Fail so Obama would fail and they could weaken the unions . The cost of this to all Americans directly and indirectly would have been catastrophic but good for Republicans. Any party willing to protect a healthcare system that denied care and allowed people to die for profit is not Prolife and is Pro Insurance Company Profit.

Young white protestant pastors. Maybe someday I will hear some good arguments for continuing to vote for the GOP nominee. Everyone of them claims to have my values, to believe what I believe, to be pro-life, and so on. For too long the GOP has taken my vote for granted by simply stating what they believe I want to hear. No, they are not overt in claiming to be pro-choice, back gay rights, etc. but are quite subtle in not backing the buzz words they knew my ears longed to hear. I'm just an old white protestant who has voted for many on the GOP ticket because I thought it would bring about change in our moral culture. Older and hopefully wiser I look to our Lord to bring about change one heart at a time now.

They didn't ask me. I'm as young as you get, white, Protestant, and a pastor. I voted for Obama 4 years ago and will do so again. The same is true for the majority of colleagues I have in the same demographic.

I am a Senior Pastor Emeritus with over 45 years of serving my Country as a Military Officer, and as Pastor of a Baptist congregation. In all my years of service, I have never seen the likes of this election cycle. The Republican establishment, The Reformed Church, and the Tea Party reminds me of the Pharisees and Sadducees during the earthly life of Jesus Christ and his ministry. In essence, the only time they could come together and agree on anything was to kill Jesus. Although they succeeded, it was not the end of Jesus' life story. Because He still live in the lives of a few of us who are not ashamed to love God and do the right thing for the betterment of humankind.
I agree with Patrick Kearney's comments concerning the Republicans willingness let the Auto industry fail that Obama would fail; and their willingness to protect the Insurance Company profits and allow people to die to protect the insurance industries profits is certainly not Prolife. I also concur with Mike Goodwin and his comments, mainly that he will vote for President Obama again. I intend to vote for President Obama also. This President has been fighting an uphill battle since he took office.
The first order of business for the Republican Party when President Obama took office was to state boldly that their purpose and objective was to make him a "One-term" President." The Republican party would rather see this country go into default and fall from grace than see President Obama succeed. Therefore, in this election cycle, I will join other "right thinking" Americans and support President Obama in his quest to overcome the obstacles of the past and move forward to a better future for all Americans; for the "haves" as well as the "have-nots." Because "a city or house divided against itself shall not stand." (Matthew 12:25b, KJV).
Posted by: Herbert B Rouson, Sr. (October 20, 2012)

it's interesting to note that the specter of 'race' or racism has not been mentioned at all in this article. it is especially interesting that although the theological underpinnings of Mormonism are diametrically opposed to Protestant theology, the numbers of young white ministers who will vote against President Obama is almost the same number of young white ministers who voted for John McCain. At a certain point, there needs to be some examination in the heart of the Church as to why the disrespect (you lie), the constant obstructionism (Obama will be a one term president) and the slander (where is your birth certificate?) has been not only allowed, but perpetuated. How can we lead people to a Christ who does not accept everyone who will come to Him? How can we hide behind the ideals of selfishness-as-virtue and the idea of each man for himself then turn around and read the Gospels and the book of Acts, teach them, and condemn the idea of health care for more (not even necessarily all) as socialism and 'against God'? we need to read the gospels honestly. we need to examine our hearts honestly. we need to repent honestly. if we truly want to live Christ centered lives, we need to examine the book of James 1:26.27
and as far as race - we are seeing a new national and almost entirely unfounded, utterly reactionary and sadly unnecessary return to "Jim Crow - ing" the country, through the microcosm of the lack of honor being shown to one of the previously most respected and highly regarded offices in the land - that of the Presidency.

I couldn't agree more with the comments that I have just read. I am a Christian and have been so confused as to why Christians are supporting a canidate for president that is morman. They don't believe in the Bible the way that we do, they had to create the book of Morman because they believe that the Bible isn't enough. They don't believe that by the grace of god we will get to heaven. Ephesians 2:8 They don't even believe in Hell. And as for race, my preacher just gave a sermon on prejudice, yet we support a man who surrounds himself with people like John Sanunu who is obviously prejudice. Col. Wilkerson said it best when he said that the Republicans just want Obama out based on his race. It's obvious when the majority of his votes are from white males. Christians are saying that Romney is the lesser of two evils. That is crazy. Obama believes that people have rights whether they are gay or choose to have an abortion. He doesn't believe in abortion. That's the key. What would happen if we make abortion illegal. Woman would die doing themselves and be put in jail for having them. God is our final judge not the president. He forgives out sins whether it be if we commit adultry (which by the way many church goers do) or having an abortion. It is not the governments job to tell people how to live their lives.

Spurgeon was right . White evangelicals would vote for Romney over Alan Keyes. Worst they would vote for Tom Delay and Ralph Reed who profited on Jack Abramoffs forced abortion sweatshops. And they're still following these racist Nazis who ripped the native tribes off. John McCain even read Reeds name as one of the nazis who ripped the tribes off. I am voting for Ron Paul or gov. Christy. They r not racist religious righters.