The Religious Right
The Religious Right
"We want to be, and will be free, to practice as we believe". This sentiment resonated throughout the colonies approximately two and one half centuries ago. The colonists suffered religious restrictions placed upon them by their ruling monarchy. The struggle to become independent had started. A war for independence ensued, then eventual victory and then the Bill of Rights. The Bill of Rights includes amendments 1-10 (initially) and the first amendment states, "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof", Etc (USA).
The reason we demand freedom, including religious freedom is so we can become the type of people we want to become. However, I do not feel that it can be absolute. Exceptions must be where there is obvious violations of law and where there are harmful consequences for religious actions. Certain religious restrictions should be applied to protect our and citizens, of course the......
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