In response to the writer of the Friday letter, “Give Constitution another read,” I would suggest he do just that. Reading does not always result in comprehension. The first words of the First Amendment to the Constitution are as follows:
“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion…”
By establishing a law that promotes prayer, the Congress of the United States has violated this constitutional amendment. By supporting a day of prayer they are promoting religion. I suppose that the interpretation of those words is where the misunderstanding arises. Respecting an establishment of religion does not mean establishing a religion. It refers to respecting any religion over another. In other words, no preferential treatment of any religion.
Unfortunately, Christianity is so ingrained in our culture that it has become acceptable to force it down the throats of all citizens, even those of us who aren’t ignorant and delusional.
Matt Begley
Everett
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