Seeing the Candidates in a New Light
I was pleasantly surprised by the Civil Forum hosted by Pastor Rick Warren on CNN last night for the two presumptive nominees. First of all, the forum was indeed civil and allowed one, as it were, to meet the person rather than the perception. Senator Obama and Senator McCain were each interviewed for an hour by themselves, receiving the same questions. The time and space were given for thoughtful answers and the individual interview format allowed the viewer time to process what each man was saying.
Pastor Warren dug politely but directly to find out what the candidates believe personally and how it affects the decisions they make [and will have to make]. This led to the telling of some interesting personal stories and the unfolding of some pretty positive visions for the future that both men hold. It was a brief window into what motivates the two contenders for the Presidency and allowed us a chance to know them as men.
Click Here to Watch the Forum
We could use a lot more of such dialogue.
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