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This book goes a long way toward bridging gaps that society's oversimplified labels of liberal or conservative, Republican or Democrat, Christian or Muslim or Jew tend to cause. Hamilton identifies the prevailing (and often) extreme positions on the most controversial issues in American society today (Iraq war, elections, abortion, homosexuality, etc.). He then offers fully reasoned views that enable readers to strip off their labels of political party or religion or religious denomination, and adopt or accept or at least patiently discuss other positions. His positions have firm basis in the Bible. But those Biblical references are too often omitted. Instead the reader finds statements like "I believe..." or "I think..." If you've ever heard one of Hamilton's sermons or listened to him teach, the book reads just as he speaks. While I do not agree with all of his opinions, Hamilton uniquely accepts the value and personal worth of people who hold diametrically opposed views and invites continued dialogue rather than dismissing other views or degrading those who may hold such views. I bought the book because at a recent family reunion two distant relatives argued incessantly over faults and failures of the Democrats and Republicans, each championing his particular party. Neither made any headway and both just beat each other up. Their desire was to argue, argue, argue. In his book Hamilton offers an alternative to the useless arguing that gracefully extends beyond the mere toleration of another's views. If you're not careful, you may find yourself discovering more value in your relationships with people than in clinging to a particular position.Read full review
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