THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT
Copyright (c) 1996, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: Wednesday, August 14, 1996 TAG: 9608140009
SECTION: FRONT PAGE: A12 EDITION: FINAL
TYPE: Letter
LENGTH: 21 lines
I resent the constant barrage of criticisms of the Christian Coalition which is, in my opinion, persecution of Christians. As a Christian and a member of the Coalition, because it upholds my views and gives me a louder voice, I am waiting to hear that arenas are being built and hungry lions housed within.
Why is it worse for Christians to band together to voice their beliefs than the AARP or the labor unions? Why don't we hear about labor unions supporting the Democratic Party with monies extracted from paychecks of employees (both Republicans and Democrats)?
I am proud that as an American I have the freedom to be a Christian, a Republican and a member of the Christian Coalition.
ANNA MAY WOOD
Virginia Beach, Aug. 7, 1996 by CNB