To Registered Voters from Across the Land:

Read the article below & then proceed to read my own Reflection:

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20081011/ap_on_el_pr/mccain_angry_crowds

My fellow Americans,

The notions you may have held in the past must be renewed & counteracted to secure America's place in the present and future. Americans cannot stick to their old & stubborn ways by using stereotypes to emphasize a choice in this election. The staggering population growth of minority groups in America is expected to outnumber White Americans in 5 to 10 years. So get used to change! And as an Arab-American, I am offended by ignorant comments people continue to make about my race. I am not a terrorist and neither is my family! I mean, I'm considering a career in politics someday, but the notions people hold today about Arabs makes me uncomfortable & uncertain about my chances to serve this great nation. I wonder what people really think when I tell them I'm Middle Eastern and a Christian. Do they think I'm really lying? I hope not.

Anyways, I still love this country. I love that we can say what we want, but fear for my life as a result of this radical form of racism formed by my own people. At the same time, I'm enjoying the privileges & opportunities this country has given me, and I would do anything to give back to it. I'm getting a great education and am allowed to become whatever I want. In essence, I am a product of this country. America is my engine. However, in this time, my wish is that people begin to understand what it means to be a Christian, under the principle, "With your example, show them you are Christian." And throughout this election, people have been criticizing & questioning Presidential candidates on their religious belief, when in fact they're just as guilty (even more to a certain extent). The hypocrisy is ridiculous! Religion should function independently from politics. Jesus didn't come to us as a King: He came to save souls; not social government. A theocracy is a failed form of government, and unfortunately a few countries still implement it, namely Iran. A specific example is the Inquisition, which took place in Spain many centuries ago, where your head would be chopped if you didn't convert to Catholicism. Then, last decade the Great Pope John Paul II apologized on behalf of the Catholic Church. Let's not make the same mistake encountered in history. You can't force religion on people. Your vote should not be limited to a candidate's race, religious affiliation (unless they enforce them in policies), or superficial information. Instead, focus on those that can serve this country someone with stable temperament & judgment, against unjust war, an advocate of the Constitution, plan for boosting economy & inward job creation. I encourage everyone to think for themselves & of others, and to look past all barriers that divide us. If you say you're Christian, act like one. Racism is also a sin.

Now for those who say abortion is the only issue you're looking at. Please don't be fooled or naive! President Bush has been in office for 8 years, and hasn't done much to protect the unborn. Why? It's not Bush; he’s just one person. There’s 3 branches of government, where checks and balances is strictly followed & enforced. So, Roe v Wade would be an extremely difficult thing to overturn. And you know what? I believe abortion should be an option someone can pursue, although government-assisted abortion should be opposed by our leaders at all costs. I would not agree to pay the government taxes for a nasty cause, and be part of this crime against humanity. However, we cannot cage people. Everyone was born with freewill. If you don't remember, the Bible references (in the chapter of Genesis) that Adam & Eve disobeyed God by eating from the forbidden tree. What was the consequence? Pain & labor. God's punishment is far greater than our own government. If punishment doesn’t strike you on Earth, it will catch up to you on Judgment day. That's the beauty of freewill.

But get this, especially my fellow Catholics, under Barack Obama's healthcare plan, the rate of abortions will tremendously decrease. How? Well, the #1 concern for every parent is the health of their child. So, with health care being a necessity of life, there would be no need for abortion, because our government would be willing to help out (even with financial aid packages for unwilling single mothers or couples). That's where I differ from the average Catholic's view of what a "pro-life" candidate is. Don't say it, show me how it can be done! Anyways, Obama is many steps ahead of John McCain, who offers a sneaky health care plan. Your mom & dad would hate him if they found out what trick he's trying to pull on hardworking Americans. My other question to John McCain is...after you implement this "freemarket healthcare plan", and issue a ban on abortion, what is your plan to help the unwilling mothers & couples caught up in an unplanned pregnancy??? Is it more scams & old failed policies? Personally, he's using this point to advance his political agenda, and manipulate especially Catholic & ethics reform voters. I really want him to answer these question, because I think Obama is offering a great solution that still gives people choice & doesn't taint a human being's freewill. That’s remarkable change. Vote Obama & Biden 08!! Don’t vote for yourself; vote for your fellow countrymen!

Peace all & Highest Regards
Simon Werth

PS: By the way, please let me know what you think. Leave educated comments, criticism, arguments, supports, etc. Thanks! I was going to write more about what I see in this election, but I’ve chosen to keep my message short because this it would be an overwhelmingly long & complicated blog, which would detract from the main message.