The United Methodist Church leadership is reminded, like all of us need to be, that civility in public discourse is indispensable, and that the candidates need to candid about issues, positions, etc. instead of mudslinging.
This excerpt we find very well said…
Public discourse, especially in this season of presidential elections, has often deteriorated into acrimonious, disrespectful and divisive rhetoric. Such speech, in the interest of short-term political gain, will make it more difficult for the nation to unite to work together on the great challenges that face the United States and the world today.
We call on people of faith to raise their voices to challenge all political parties and leaders to embrace a public discourse that is free of divisive and demeaning rhetoric. Respectful, principled, and vigorous debate on the issues which demand attention is the only way to move into a future that offers hope and solutions to our common problems.
It really embodies what this vigil (insta-movement) is all about.
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