Quote(s) of the Week (August 24, 1997)

On Keeping the Proper Perspective...

"It is not the function of our Government to keep the citizen from falling into error; it is the function of the citizen to keep the Government from falling into error."

 

--Robert H. Jackson, American Communications vs. Douds, 1950. From Daily Outrage for 8/22/97.

On Simple Truths...

"The nearest approach to immortality on earth is a government bureau."

 

--James F. Byrnes, "Speaking Frankly," 1947. From Daily Outrage for 8/20/97.

On Spreading False Stereotypes...

"I’ve been in politics long enough to expect criticism and hostility. But I was unprepared for the hatred I get from Christians. Why do Christians hate so much?"

 

--Bill Clinton, speaking with evangelicals. Washington Times from August 23, 1997. Page C4.

On Being Good Stewards of God's Resources...

"I applaud the Baptists for their stand against mega-Disney. At a time when most churches are afraid to offend, the Baptists have reminded us God has spoken on these matters. Thank you for having the guts to do what none of us seems to be able to: put our children before our wallets."

 

--Tonja B. Carter, in USA Weekend from August 22-24, 1997. Page 16.

On Missing the Point...

"I am a lifelong Southern Baptist who does not support this boycott. It is mean-spirited and makes Baptists appear self-righteous and arrogant. We are to bring the salvation message of Jesus Christ to others, not sit in judgement of them."

 

--Mary Jo Pate Boyer, in USA Weekend from August 22-24, 1997. Page 16.

[Editor's Note: We at the CCRC applaud the boycott of Disney. This is not about sitting in judgement of others; it is about wisely using the resources that God has given us toward things that would glorify Him. We are to bring the salvation message of Jesus Christ to others, but that's not the message that Disney is pushing.]