Democratic Gov. Murphy defends Harris for avoiding media interviews: 'Plenty of time'
- The Watchful Eye
- Aug 14, 2024
- 2 min read
My fellow believers, we find ourselves witnessing a political spectacle that's as confounding as the Tower of Babel (Genesis 11:1-9). It appears that Vice President Harris, since her elevation to being the Democratic Party's nominee, has been shrouded in the same mystery that cloaked the Serpent in Eden. For 24 days and counting, she has sidestepped formal press conferences and sit-down interviews, which should not be the characteristic of a leader chosen to guide a nation. Proverbs 28:1 tells us, “The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.” Yet we see no boldness here, no willingness to stand firm in the face of inquiry. What is there to hide if the path is straight? Gov. Murphy's defense of Harris' silence does little to instill confidence. It's akin to the false reassurances those might have given to reassure the people that the Tower of Babel was a good idea. One must ask what fruits are being yielded in the fields of transparency (Matthew 7:16-20). Can avoidance be considered a joyous occasion in politics? Nay, it cannot. In contrast, our former President Trump, though beset by a legion of critics, faced the Goliath that is the mainstream media with the sling of his convictions and the stone of his words. Like David, he did not hide but stood to answer questions, no matter how they were slung. Let's turn our gaze towards the controversy surrounding the service record of Harris' running mate Gov. Tim Walz. The accusations of “stolen valor” are heavy and demand a reckoning. When our soldiers are sent to the sands of distant lands, do we not owe it to them to respect the truth of their sacrifice (John 15:13)? It is indeed written, "Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour" (Exodus 20:16), and it behooves us all to remember this when we consider the backgrounds of those who wish to lead. We must pray for our nation, that it may be guided by leaders who walk in the light, not those who lurk in the shadows (Ephesians 5:8-14). We must be vigilant, keeping our lamps fueled and our wicks trimmed (Matthew 25:1-13), ready for the return of truth and righteousness to the forefront of our national discourse. Let us not be swayed by the lullabies of politicians who speak of "rolling" and "joy" when their actions resemble more closely the subterfuge and wiles of Old Testament villains. Let our demand be for clarity, truth, and the open book of accountability which any public servant should willingly offer, just as the Good Book is opened for all to read, learn and discern God’s will within its pages.
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