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There is a specific reason why the American government is not regulated by religious principles. It is simply not profitable. Even though at first glance, it may seem that this country has a Christian skew, it is only at first sight. The original idea of the first American settlers was freedom from mandatory religion and financial slavery. When creating the standards of living for their new society, they incorporated their own experiences and knowledge. This is the reason why some aspects seem to be somewhat Christian like.
"Economic theories of religious behavior assume that people approach religion in the same way that they approach other objects of choice. They evaluate its costs and benefits and act so as to maximize their utility" (Source 1). This country is based on choice; I believe this is the reason why the United States kept church and state government separate. But wait, if the church and government are separate, than the government is not responsible for any religion.......

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