Sep 20, 2015:
GOP presidential candidate Ben Carson was interviewed by Chuck Todd on NBC's Meet the Press.
Todd asked Ben Carson the following:
Does a president's faith matter? Should your faith matter to voters?
Carson responded:
I guess it depends on what that faith is. If it's inconsistent with the values and principles of America, then of course it should matter - if it fits within the realm of America and consistent with The Constitution, no problem.
Todd:
So, do you believe that Islam is consistent with The Constitution?
Carson:
No, I do not. I would not advocate that we put a Muslim in charge of this nation. I absolutely would not agree with that.
Todd:
Would you ever consider voting for a Muslim for a member of Congress?
Carson:
Congress is a different story, but it depends on who that Muslim is and what their policies are, just as it depends on what anyone else says. If there's somebody who's of any faith, but they say things and their life has been consistent with things that will elevate this nation and make it possible for everybody to succeed, and bring peace and harmony, then I'm with them.
Watch s short video clip of the interview snippet above here.
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