John Fugelsang: Happy Birthday Jesus
on Wednesday, December 24, 2014John Fugelsang Money Quotation wishing happy Birthday to Jesus while modern day political posturing toward the poor compares to lack of politic by Jesus. John Fugelsang said:
“Happy Birthday to a guy who never called the poor lazy or fought for the wealthiest Nazarenes to get another tax cut” — John Fugelsang
John Fugelsang is wishing Jesus a happy birthday while contrasting Jesus’ teachings and actions with modern political attitudes. Fugelsang notes that unlike some politicians today, Jesus did not call poor people “lazy” or work to give tax cuts to wealthy people.
The quote references how the Bible depicts Jesus advocating for the poor and vulnerable, rather than prioritizing the rich. It’s a political commentary using Jesus’ life and teachings as a point of comparison for Fugelsang’s views on contemporary economic and social issues.
The reference to “Nazarenes” in the quote is likely a play on words referring to evangelical Christians who support Donald Trump and conservative policies. Given the context of criticizing those who don’t follow King’s economic justice ideals, the quote is probably making a satirical comparison between Trump/conservatives, suggesting Trump has called the poor lazy and advocated tax cuts that benefit the wealthy more than low-income individuals.
Happy Birthday to a guy who never called the poor lazy or fought for the wealthiest Nazarenes to get another tax cut
— John Fugelsang
— John Fugelsang (@JohnFugelsang) December 25, 2012