The Bill of Rights in the US states we have freedom of religion, meaning we are free to worship as we see fit. That includes, in my opinion, a religiously separated government, otherwise we risk tainting laws and regulation with religious bias. Forcing belief and ritual on those who believe differently. Obviously religious morality of any leader will influence his decisions, but that isn't to say he should support laws deemed fit by the church. Gay marriage, stem cell research, Sunday sales, etc.
I've noticed several people mention a "Christian State" and so on, and it seems many people (some here, some not) think religion should dictate politics. Yet if another religion were to do so, they would view it as unfair...so how can that be justified for their particular religion?
What are your thoughts/opinions?
2007-07-13
05:09:03
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Armless Joe, Bipedal Foe
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