Religion not barrier in Lieberman run for VP
A Associated Press profile notes that religion shapes but does not bar political careers. It traces Kennedy, Lieberman and Gore interactions, stressing oath to the Constitution, faiths of leaders, and how Gehane issues inform the 2000 campaign. It highlights Lieberman as Orthodox Jew and his pledge to prioritize national interest. The piece recalls Kennedy’s 1960 stance and Carter’s reflections on religion in politics.
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Lieberman Keeps Sabbath With Wisconsin Congregation
Vice presidential candidate Joseph Lieberman and his family attended services at Congregation Sons of Abraham in La Crosse Wisconsin, the area’s only synagogue, to observe the Sabbath. Lieberman, his wife Hadassah and their children joined about 60 worshippers, sang from the Torah, and shared a kosher meal before returning to their hotel ahead of campaign duties in Illinois.
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