Bush also created the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives 2 and, at the National Prayer Breakfast, highlighted a series of programs that would allow religious organizations to receive a share of social services money distributed by the government and to encourage charitable giving through tax cuts. I m not assuming that George W. Bush s support for traditional values will always be as consistent as it appears to be now. I do believe, however, that he is sincere about his Christian commitment and that he intends to govern according to a deeply held set of values. That is good news for people of faith. They are right, of course.
Righteousness bubbles up from the hearts of the people.
The implication of that statement, however, is that a leader can do nothing to influence the nation for good and to promote legislation that is consistent with scriptural principles. They are wrong. Here s another example of how presidents can make a difference. When the Columbine shooting occurred in Littleton, Colorado, President Clinton called for more gun control. But when the shooting took place at Santana High School in Santee, California, President Bush emphasized the need to teach values to kids.