Letter: Majority rejects meddling in mottos

In regards to the Feb. 12 letter “Religious text reveals harsh rules” by Steve Engard, may I say kudos, Steve. This “In God We Trust” flap borders on ludicrous.

What will Councilor David Madore do next? Throw a tantrum if he doesn’t get his way?

Looks to me like the people have spoken. Majority rules, not one mediocre politician. I wonder how many of you, including Madore, have read the Bible(s) cover to cover, and yet call it “The Good Book”? I have.

How many of you go to church on Sunday and continue with your not-so-religious ways the rest of the week? I expect to get blasted by the religious-right fruitcakes, but hypocrisy drives me nuts. I guess I am likely what you might call a failed “born again.” I failed some 50 years ago when I discovered what was going on behind the scenes in my oh-so-righteous church. Say one thing, do another.

Then, there is the problem of — which religion to embrace? There is a literal plethora of them out there, take your choice.

As for me, I will continue to try and live a good life, do good deeds for others, and not throw tantrums if things don’t swing my way.

Can a politician be fired? We have a couple who need to get a real life and stop meddling in the private lives of others.

Scotty Richardson

Vancouver