I loving hate anyone who says anything about religion to win votes.
Whether they are for or against religion I do not believe it has a place in government. It can influence government as far as laws and stuff, most religions have good morals and built in rules that can make good laws. But it really has no place to be discussed in government. Providing a moment of silence so that people can pray after the pledge, for instance, should not exist. I should not have to accommodate other people's faith by having my activities interrupted, regardless of if it is only for a minute or not.
I have no intention of voting republican simply because of the way they play on religion so much, nor do I plan to vote for an extreme liberal. I'll likely end up voting for an independent guy who won't end up winning anyway.