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Thread #82028   Message #2455343
Posted By: Amos
01-Oct-08 - 10:48 PM
Thread Name: BS: Popular views of the Bush Administration
Subject: RE: BS: Popular views of the Bush Administration
From Senator Barbara Boxer:

I wanted to let you know that I have joined many of my Senate colleagues in expressing concerns about a proposed rule by the Department of Health and Human Services.  The proposed rule would require any health care entity that receives federal financing to certify in writing that none of its employees are required to assist in any way with medical services they find objectionable.  This rule would undermine women's health.  You can see our actual letter by using this link.

Sincerely,

Barbara Boxer
United States Senator




This strikes me as a covert breach of "separation of Church and State". Medical services are a secular duty, not a religious choice or a hurdle of conscience. If you are a professional, yu don't need a back door to inject your religious sentiments into medical issues.