Any harm if Obama is a Muslim

Hi bhanusb, I feel that president Obama has taken the right approach toward religion - it should have nothing to do with politics. The problem is that many former presidents have played up to right wing Christians and now that someone is finally being fair, these people don't like it. I feel certain that the president is not a Muslim but why should it matter? Blessings.

Those opposed to Obama love bringing up the accusation that he's a Muslim because it immediately creates a sense of dissociation: "He's not like us, he's not a Christian - he's one of 'them.'" Furthermore, it stirs up emotions regarding "America's enemy," al-Qaeda. It's a perfect tool of propaganda. However, even if he were a Muslim, it wouldn't matter; by all means, the United States is a secular nation. Despite the overwhelming amount of Christians in the country and the infiltration of Christian rhetoric in politics, the government is to not to favor any religion; as Thomas Jefferson put it, there's a "wall of separation between church and state." If Obama is a Muslim then the only thing that entails is that he was dishonest about his religious beliefs. As for his birth location, that nonsense has been going on for two years. It's already been thoroughly debunked: http://www.politifact.com/truth-o-meter/article/2008/jun/27/obamas-birth-certificate-part-ii/

Only native-born U.S. citizens (or those born abroad, but only to parents who were both citizens of the U.S.) may be president of the United States, though from time to time that requirement is called into question. One must also be at least 35 years of age to be president. One must live in the United States for at least 14 years to be president, in addition to being a natural-born citizen. The birth place of President Obama is what is in question, whether or not he is a US Citizen or not. His religion can not be questioned, although there are people that try to make it an important, huge issue, there is nothing stated that says what religion one must be in order to be President of the United States. Hate against a race, religion or country is basically just fear of the unknown.

It isn't so much the fact that he may be a muslim, as the fact that it may be one more lie...In his litany of campaign promises, he promised to pick a church and attend faithfully at least monthly...he has not done this. Not that I care about this. I do care about the fact that he may have lied about being a muslim. It would be the REASON BEHIND the LIE not the fact that he is a muslim. Do you see the difference? He also seems to cater to Islamic countries and this lends credence to the idea that he is a muslim. Shalom~Adoniah

I think part of the reason some believe he's a Muslim is because since he's been in office, his administration seems to yield to Muslims while telling Christians you're not welcomed. The reason it matters whether or not he's a Muslim is that if he is Muslim then he's also a liar. It also matters because it has been shown from Muslims countries that they neither believe in being tolerant of other faiths nor do they believe in the other freedoms we enjoy.

What if Obama, is a muslim. Is there a big deal? What I understand is that there's really a group that want muslim and christians to have war not peace. Those people did not want peace and what they want is purely terrorism. It sad to know but this is really happen... We are all human being and wanted a peaceful life. Muslim and christians want to live in peace. Because to live in peace is a great thing have a great day!

If he were Muslim, the only harm would be that he was lying about it in that, such a lie would mean that he himself thought there was something wrong with being a Muslim. If he were openly Muslim then no, there would be no harm in him being that and seeking office.

Its funny how so many people haven't even bothered to check this for themselves to see he has a birth certificate from Hawaii its also funny how the very same people didn't say two peeps about McCain having been born in Panama when he was running for president. Its nothing but sore looser syndrome. There are enough real reasons to be upset with Obama so why don't we focus on those and stop the lies. Its nothing but a smear campaign to promote blind following on political agendas.

18%, isn't that number the current approval rating of Congress? The problem that most people have with President Obama is not his religion. It is his political policies, foreign policies, horrible timing issues, and his blame-passing. There is so much to criticize him on, that religion is really a very small part and only important to a very small number of people. But with all of his recent comments, it really is no surprise that a few people perceive that he is projecting that he is Muslim.

I don't think Obama is a Christian nor a Muslim. He might believe in God, but I don't think he cares.

Hi bhanu, I honestly don't know whether the US government has any such provision in the constitution.But I too feel that a person's religion should not matter as long as he himself is democratic and does not allow his religious beliefs to come in the way of where governance is concerned - all the best and have a nice evening

I do not think it makes any difference whether Obama is a muslim, or a Christian. I should not make any difference if he is neither. Let his conduct speak for him. I think he is a good human being.

I feel you have slanted this question while asking it but it is a legitimate question to ask of our President. If Obama is a Muslim, it impugns his character since he would not have been forthcoming with his beliefs. Eric

I am surprised that a free country like the US is concerned about the nationality and religion of its President. If there is any objection to Obama being a Muslim (Though he may not be) then it shows the depth of bias of a so called free nation.

Hi bhanusb, I personally really don't care what religion Obama follows. I only care what he does for the country as our president. I don't think being a Christian is a requirement of the job. As far as I know it isn't, anyway.

A lot of religions have not-so-secret secret beefs with one another. Maybe not some "I hate you" mess always, but I certainly know a lot of religious people from all different types of religions that hold someone to a lower standard if they're not worshipping in the exact same way. I don't get into it that much. I tell myself, simply, if someone's so willing to only view life through their religion, then let them be bigots. If they switch up to violent, nail the basterds. But it's a waste of time trying to find a ryhme or reason behind it all. I don't think it's just the "Muslim" thing, either. Romney is ate up for his Mormonism, and would be to the same extent as Obama if Mitt were President. Obviously, it wouldn't be a big deal. MSM wouldn't give two shites about it. It's only a big deal here because Muslim = minority = "brown" = double minority = ubervictim in America if slandered. I don't personally care if he is Muslim. I have nothing against Muslims. Where the funding's coming from for the proposed mosque causes me to question what's going on there. And, obviously, the radical sect of Islam cannot be ignored. But Muslims to me are no different than Baptists or Catholics or any other people. If I were a Christian, and I believed Obama was a Muslim, I might feel threatened. I don't know. But 18% thinking he's a Muslim doesn't seem such a big deal to me. What percentage of Americans thought (and still think) Bush was a terrorist? This type of crap comes with the presidency.

I think we should keep religion out of politics, and politics out of religion just like we keep home lives out of office, and office lives out of our homes. And to me religion is a very very private thing. God sees me without any of my pretentions and therefore it has to be private as we would be when we are naked. I think those who shout on roof tops that they belong to this religion and that, and how devout they are, are actually people who doubt god more than me. They want to hear the sounds of their own voices saying their god is great and greatest and what nots so that they get sort of hynotised into believing god. That may be a way for some, but not for me. I prefer my god to listen to my silence as well.

My problem would be if he LIED about it. And I doubt he lied. But I don't care (just to let you know, I'm a devout Christian) if our country is ran by a Christian, atheist, Buddhist, Muslim, or Quaker, I want a good, loving patriotic who cares about us and does whatever he can. As much as I wanted McCain, I think the tabloids need to lay off Obama. And I criticize the person, not the religious preference.