In a story headlined "Jesus and jail: Should evangelical schemes enter the cells of US prisons?", The BBC hyperventilates on the threat of prison inmates following the peaceful path of Jesus.Supporters of President George W Bush say it's one of his greatest achievements: encouraging religious organisations to help with the provision of basic social services. The White House has doled out millions of dollars of public funding to these bodies - many of them representing evangelical Christians. But in one area an effort is being made in the courts to stop the practice. How is that for a headline and perspective? Schemes connotes underhanded plots and conspiracies undertaken with an evil intent. Of course, it is also a pivot for an attack on George Bush, evangelical Christians, and any role of Christian ministries in tending to prisoners. How about a more neutral view using the workd "plans" or "programs"? Ignored by the  all-knowing Beeb is the powerful...(Read Full Post)