Decades ago, Timothy Walker, a former political science student at the University of Southern California, followed his family’s tradition of voting for Democrats. However, his life took a different path as he battled cocaine addiction, leading to homelessness and job loss. After completing a faith-based recovery program at the Los Angeles Mission, he has been sober for nearly two years and is now employed at the mission, sparking his interest in voting for the first time in 40 years.
Walker, now 64, remains undecided about voting in the upcoming election and declines to reveal his preference for a presidential candidate. He emphasizes the importance of faith in his life and expresses a desire to see that reflected in the presidency, believing a Christian leader would prioritize morality, ethics, and the well-being of humanity over personal interests.
While both major-party nominees, Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump, identify as Christian, Walker acknowledges the deep divisions within the country. Despite his optimism and faith that God will guide America, he remains realistic about the challenges of overcoming societal issues such as judgment, envy, racism, and sin.
Walker’s journey serves as a testament to personal growth and the impact of faith-based rehabilitation programs in transforming lives. His contemplation of voting symbolizes a newfound sense of civic engagement and reflects the power of recovery and faith in shaping individual perspectives on societal matters.
