John McCain sought and received the endorsement of Texas megachurch pastor John Hagee because of their shared support of Israel. But this week, McCain rejected Hagee's endorsement because of some past controversial comments. Meanwhile, Barack Obama is trying to reassure voters about his support for Israel. RELIGION & ETHICS NEWSWEEKLY managing editor Kim Lawton looks at the complicated role the issue of Israel is playing in the presidential campaign.
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The weakness of McCain's loyalty to someone whom he has shared so much media time with is a major concern for all. First they came for the Jews...