Religion and Candidates For Texas Governor

An article in today's San Antonio Express-News explores the role of religious faith in Texas' gubernotorial race among 5 candidates. The candidates differ significantly in their emphasis. Democrat Chris Bell says: "Jesus never said, 'Heal the sick unless politics gets in the way'" Republican incumbent Rick Perry's campaign replies: "Liberal Democrats tend to view compassion by how many people are on the welfare rolls or getting assistance from the state." And independent candidate Kinky Friedman says: "If you're not doing good, I don't think any religious activity makes a lot of sense."