Evangelicals Praise McCain's Performance at Saddleback
Prominent evangelical leaders gave Sen. John McCain a thumbs up for his responses to questions posed by Pastor Rick Warren at Saturday evening’s Saddleback Civil Forum.
McCain was praised for clearly laying out his stance on divisive issues, such as abortion and the California marriage amendment, while opponent Sen. Barack Obama was criticized for what some saw as unclear or safe answers.
"I also thought Senator McCain did very well … I was particularly impressed by his answer on people he admired,” remarked Tom Minnery, senior vice president of Focus on the Family, during the teleconference with evangelical leaders following the forum....