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There are numerous verses in the Bible commanding people to help the poor, but the Christian-based Family Research Council (FRC) claims that doesn't include the government helping the needy.
FRC head Tony Perkins recently told Christian radio host Janet Mefferd that while Christians should be active in politics and government, they cannot support the government helping poor people, noted RightWingWatch.org (audio below).
"I think as Christians we'll be held responsible for the policies adopted by this government because its us, said Perkins.
"Is that saying the government has a responsibility to care for the poor? Thats not what scripture says. The scripture handed that responsibility to you and I as members of the faith, followers of Jesus Christ, Perkins later added.
http://www.opposingviews.com/i/religion/christianity/christian-group-says-christians-cant-support-govt-helping-poor-people-audio#
