Should our politicians refer to their religious beliefs when discussing issues of government policy?

[i-need-a-martini]

And do we really want overtly religious politicians in power when Australia is one of the most irreligious countries in the world (and becoming more so every year)?

[karliandjacko]

No and No.

Nor should JSA agencies have bible verse posters on their walls.

[bella_again]

Just a general reply but I think that no matter what one believes it will influence the way in which we discuss things of significance.  What we believe, our ethical and moral stance will always come out of a belief system no matter what we do.  I think the beauty of Parliament and pollies is that there are so many diverse people there with diverse beliefs that can add to the well being of our country.

Let's face it we all believe in something and that will be reflected in our attitudes and beliefs and actions.

[i-need-a-martini]

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@bella_again wrote:

Just a general reply but I think that no matter what one believes it will influence the way in which we discuss things of significance.  What we believe, our ethical and moral stance will always come out of a belief system no matter what we do.  I think the beauty of Parliament and pollies is that there are so many diverse people there with diverse beliefs that can add to the well being of our country.

Let's face it we all believe in something and that will be reflected in our attitudes and beliefs and actions.

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Bella I am not talking about attitudes, beliefs and actions. Of course your beliefs (religious or not) will form your actions to a certain degree and provide you with your moral ethical stances.

This is about politicians specifically referring to their religious beliefs when discussing national/public issues.

[j*oono]

No.  It's like the old Catholic guilt of which I have plenty with my dearly departed Irish Catholic grandmother.

[cherry*135]

No and No

All politicians should act morally and ethically.

[this-one-time-at-bandcamp]

That problem is rampant in the US........

[fourandsixpants]

Teachers in public schools in Australia....well WA at least, are not allowed to push their religious beliefs and any personal agendas ref religion. Don't see how politicians should be treated any differently. Perhaps 'Chapter 5' should be amended to include this aspect.

[azureline**]

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@am*3 wrote:

All politicians should act morally and ethically.

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Yes, they should but sadly, they don't.....................

Sometimes their beliefs are what causes them to act either way.

Personally I don't mind if they do or they don't, it's all equal to me. What do they say that means anything anyway?

Today we are hearing that Joe Hockey was "misrepresented" in what he said.

[bluecat*dancing]

No. If this Government of ours considers itself to be christian, then, I am glad that I am an athiest.