News stations have a countdown clock ticking off minutes as the deadline to raise the United States debt ceiling approaches. Tuesday is the day, and many Americans are watching to see what will happen. Will the US default on its debts? Will our representatives and senators be able to transcend their philosophical differences and compromise?
Jim Wallis of Sojourners suggests that someone other than politicians, the American public, and financial experts around the world are watching the process: God is watching, too.
Read his blog God Is Watching; it expresses my feelings and those of many around the world. I cannot understand a political philosophy that is comfortable with keeping tax loopholes for huge corporations and tax cuts for the richest Americans while proposing huge cuts in Social Security and Medicare as well as funding cuts for numerous social services and education.
When push comes to shove, Jesus sides with the poor and those on the fringes of society. We are told to care for the poor, widows, and orphans. I pray for wisdom for our government leaders, for compassionate hearts. A phone call our senators and representatives might help. (Find yours here: Senators; House of Representatives)
The countdown clock is ticking.
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