The intersection of faith and politics causes tension among many Christians. We disagree on issues like abortion, stem-cell research, gay marriage and other ethical dilemmas. At the root of all these arguments is a deep wrestling with this tension between our personal faith and political beliefs. As Republicans we hold to a traditional view of marriage and believe that life is sacred, and we hope that the majority of Biola students agree with us on these difficult topics.

Sen. John McCain understands the deep and profound struggle many have with abortion. He has stated publicly that, “at its core, abortion is a human tragedy. To effect meaningful change, we must engage the debate at a human level.” McCain pledges to continue supporting faith-based organizations that offer support and guidance to women struggling with an unexpected pregnancy. Abortion is a personal issue for many Americans. As a result, McCain believes “the difficult issue of abortion should not be decided by judicial fiat.”

McCain also supports a traditional view of marriage between one man and one woman. The family represents the basic structure of society. McCain believes judges should not legislate from the bench and instead allow the people to determine the future of gay marriage, as in California with Proposition 8.

The next president will likely determine the next three Supreme Court justices, which will determine the future of America for decades to come far beyond any other decision McCain or Sen. Barack Obama would make as president. The next three justices will likely decide consequential issues such as banning partial-birth abortion and the future of stem-cell research. McCain has promised to appoint conservative justices to the Supreme Court who will not legislate from the bench and decide ethical issues by judicial activism.