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Franklin Graham apologizes for questioning Obama’s faith

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WASHINGTON (RNS) "I regret any comments I have ever made which may have cast any doubt on the personal faith of our president, Mr. Obama," evangelist Franklin Graham said.  "I apologize to him and to any I have offended for not better articulating my reason for not supporting him in this election."  By Adelle M. Banks.

Topics: Politics, Election
Beliefs: Christian - Protestant
Tags: apology, christianity, franklin graham, president obama, re-election

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