Quote Originally Posted by Zimzum
I don't agree with most religions but Huckabee answered the question perfectly at the start "It's interesting this question would even be asked of someone running for president. I'm not writing the curriculum of an 8th grade science book". I'm sure other candidates feel the same about creationism (Ron Paul is one) as well as many past presidents. I agree Huckabee plays to the religious vote, but this question or his answer have nothing to do with him being president.
Actually, I think it is a relevant question. His religion is not necessarily relevant, but I think it's worthwhile to understand how a person comes about their knowledge of the world. I have no problem with a person believing God created the universe, but if they deny scientific evidence for evolution or they believe the world is only 6000 years old, I do have a problem with that. It shows a pattern of weak thinking and a tendency to ignore overwhelming evidence. I think George Bush has a bit of a problem along those lines. Bush ignores evidence and seems to make decisions based on faith. Sometimes I think Bush thinks he is part of some kind of higher plan and that everything will just work out because he thinks God is on our side and our cause is righteous. That is very dangerous thinking.