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I also do not even want any one religion elevated above all others by government fiat. That patently violates the rights of those not following that religion

Note that this includes radical athiests as well. The U.S. is not a Christian Nation, but it is a nation which recognizes religious principles based upon religion and English common law.

Compulsory religion and compulsory atheism are both repugnant to the constitution.

28 posted on 08/16/2004 4:11:31 PM PDT by No_Outcome_But_Victory (Reagan preferred to shoot the bear... the verdict of history will be simple: nice aim.)
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To: No_Outcome_But_Victory
Compulsory religion and compulsory atheism are both repugnant to the constitution.

Both are impossible as well. A man believes what he believes. You can't force a man to believe anything against his will. At best you can force outward compliance.

31 posted on 08/16/2004 4:18:35 PM PDT by Melas
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