au1929 wrote:Religion is the fifth column that will destroy this nation.
as it has done with every nation that allowed it to take control of the government. some of them recovered after civil war, others fell apart, and some continue to intrude in people's lives. examples being ; most of europe. ireland. england. afghanistan. iran. it
could be argued that israel has had a positive influence of religion, i suppose.
the founding fathers, having seen the calamity caused by mixing religion in the role of government, chose to establish a secular government and a nation of laws. neither of which prevents a person from practicing their religion in the worship place of their choice or at home.