Former Congresswoman Michele Bachmann, speaking on Pat Robertson’s Christian Broadcasting Network, recently claimed that God “raised up” Donald Trump over the other candidates to become the GOP nominee. Rabbi Jack Moline, president of Interfaith Alliance, issued the following response:

“No Congresswoman, God does not vote in the GOP primary. It should go without saying that no one in our political system should claim to speak for God.

“Faith traditions are not monolithic, and people of faith interpret religious teachings differently when it comes to politics. To claim that God supports Donald Trump both devalues faith and disrespects our constitutional system of government.”

Interfaith Alliance celebrates religious freedom by championing individual rights, promoting policies that protect both religion and democracy, and uniting diverse voices to challenge extremism. Founded in 1994, Interfaith Alliance brings together members from 75 faith traditions as well as those without a faith tradition to protect faith and freedom. For more information visit interfaithalliance.org.