Circle of Protection

            Obama met with the Circle of Protection last year, and he believes that everyone should be helped, especially those who are less vulnerable. He says that everyone should feel a sense of dignity if they are working hard whether that means having a job, having a health care program or schooling for children. However, he believes that we should all do our part for those who do not have the necessities to live. He has confirmed that neighborhood partnerships have expanded to help those in need. However, some of the weaknesses are that as a nation, we would have to pay down our dept. It is difficult because we cannot balance the budget on those who have nothing to offer, and raise the taxes on the middle class. It is wrong. Obama says that it is our job to stand as a nation. If we do, we will make a stronger economic system.
         In the beginning, Romney says that providing hope to those less fortunate shows the good-hearts of people. He wants to support their work. In order to do that, he believes that the first step is to restore the economy. He wants to provide people with more jobs, and help the economy get back on track. Romney believes that if the nation can do that, the nation will have the resources to help those in need and fewer people will be on welfare roles. Romney says that he has come up with a five-step process to help get 12 million new jobs during his term in office. However, I believe that it is easier said than done.  He also approves of means testing, which is giving more money to those in need, and less to those who can take care of themselves. I feel that not a lot of people will approve of means testing because some might think it is unfair.
         Both Romney and Obama’s speeches compare with Jesus’ message because Jesus felt that it was our duty to help those in need. He wanted us to take care of the lowest of the low, and that is what Obama and Romney are calling us to do. We have a mission as Christians to serve the dear neighbor and look out for one another as Jesus would for us.