Rand Paul, the Kentucky Senator who is running for President said
that religion can be part of government (not vice versa). But what I want
to ask is how much?
How much Religion in Government: I personally believe that
government and religion does have a degree of separation. That religion should
not dictate policy with respect to a faith based institution ever telling the
government what to do, nor the government telling a faith based institution
what to do. But I do believe that people should be able to express their
faith freely. It is fine if you personally want to use your faith, your
Bible Study and similar to guide your decisions as that is all a personal
relationship with God and your faith. I have zero problems with a
politician doing that. I would also say, that Masses, and other religious
gatherings should be allowed in government buildings including Congress, but no
group should be denied access. This also means allowing government
personnel to have a cross hanging on the wall of their office, or other
religious/religious holiday items be displayed on their person, or on their
desks/offices (this is currently not allowed in some government institutions
which violates the first amendment). Beyond this, I see no other room for
religion in government. I find no way that I can see where it can fit in
save expression, and personally guiding someone in their actions.
Conclusion: I have no idea how much religion
Rand Paul wants back into government. Do not get me wrong, I believe he
would make a fine President, but this needs to be clarified before we/if we let
him into the White House.
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