Religion MUST be Seperate from State

The First Amerndment states that "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof". Founder Thomas Jefferson wrote in a letter to Banbury Baptists association in 1802 that there must be a "wall of seperation between Church and State".  This phrase has been quoted and upheld by the Supreme Court multiple times throughout our nation's history.

I completely agree with Sarah Hrncir's blog on State vs. Religion, even more so if that is possible.  This country was founded on religious tolerance and religious diversity, and the fact that elected leaders like Rick Perry are still involving Church with the State is appalling.  Even though at that time people were mainly seeking Christian diversity specifically, our country has since evolved.  We are now home to hundreds of different religions, including Christians, Jews, Muslims, and Hindus.  All these religions make up our communities and workplaces, and play valuable roles in our society.  

By incorporating Church with State, our nation takes a significant step back.  That is the ultimate example of the majority(Christians) attempting to impose their will on the minority(non-Christians).  Majority control is one of the major issues the Constitution seeks to avoid, and we as a country must make sure people like Rick Perry are unable to do so.