There is no such thing as a mainstream "Christianist Democrat" in contemporary U.S. politics. Using religion to justify governmental discrimination against gay people and women seeking abortions is not at all comparable to using religion to justify governmental action on poverty and healthcare.
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- "Know Your Right-Wing Speakers: Bryan Caplan," Campus Progress
This George Mason economist favors free market biases over legitimate democracy, and has more ears in Washington than you might think. - "Ron Paul's Abortion Rhetoric," American Prospect Online
Does Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul's strong language about abolishing a woman's right to choose put him at odds with the Libertarian party? - "The Myth of Bryan Caplan's Seriousness," American Prospect Online
Libertarians gather to hear the case against letting the ignorant, irrational masses decide the direction of society. - "Scooter Libby: Best Samaritan Ever," American Prospect Online
Mulling a pardon, Mr. President? Just remember, Libby attended a friend's bachelor party and spoke at his neighbor's book club.
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