I'm ashamed to admit that, at least nominally, I share the same side of the political spectrum with Pat Robertson, who said today:

I’d like to say to the good citizens of Dover: if there is a disaster in your area, don’t turn to God, you just rejected him from your city. And don’t wonder why he hasn't helped you when problems begin, if they begin. I’m not saying they will, but if they do, just remember, you just voted God out of your city. And if that’s the case, don’t ask for his help because he might not be there.

Pat, I've got a newsflash for you: you're no Christian, and you've certainly never contemplated the Bible with any sincerity. If you had, you'd know that God's love and care for us isn't based on our actions, because we'd never deserve His help. He helps us because He loves us. He gave us His Son's life because He loves us. He'll never turn his back on us.

This statement, especially when added to other idiotic blatherings you've vomited on the public in the past, reveal you to be the sham you are. Go away and leave my religion and my end of the political spectrum to those of us who have a lick of sense.

I'll address the Intelligent Design issue later, but I just had to get this off my chest now.

Update: Stacy of Writing Right posts her fury, too, and finds a follow-up quote from Robertson:

I was simply stating that our spiritual actions have consequences and it's high time we started recognizing it. God is tolerant and loving, but we can't keep sticking our finger in His eye forever. If they have future problems in Dover, I recommend they call on Charles Darwin...maybe he can help them.

How can any Christian listen to this man and believe he knows anything about God?