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Framers would applaud judge’s ruling

By Matt Runde, May 9, 2010 “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.” The opening line of the First Amendment to our Constitution is so clear. It leaves no doubt whatsoever … Continue reading →

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Court decision was a travesty

By Jeremy Fejfar, July 4, 2007 The great James Madison once wrote that a government in a free society may not force a citizen to contribute even “three pence” in support of any establishment of religion. Yet we as taxpayers … Continue reading →

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People’s Rights Trump Those of Institutions

By Raysa Everett, May 13, 2012 The United States is embroiled in an internal struggle over the rights of religious institutions vs. the rights of individuals. Of course I am referring primarily to the birth control debate in relation to … Continue reading →

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