Well, one needs to keep in mind two facts:

1. The "Founding Fathers" had first hand knowledge of the powers of the Church (Anglican) over the government and were trying to set up a government that was not flawed by that relationship.

2. Many folks who came to the "Hew World" did so because of the intolerance and dogmatism of the Churches from where they came.


With those pointed out, it is also true that many of our laws are based on principles found in Judio/Christainity so there is a basis of human behavior in our codes.

However, beyond the "basis", I don't want any *patricular* religious sect ramming their brand of religion down my throat, thank you.

*Tolerance* is the operative undercurrent that allows a democracy to operate.

Bobert