The separation of Church and State has been controversial since the birth of the country. Religion is an important concern of the American culture because it is so rich and diverse. Many people argue that the government must encourage religious belief and practice but that it is not possible due to some policies and court rulings that have been established to undercut religious activity such as the public worship and acknowledgment of God. Still other people, including myself, believe that the First Amendment, which mentions the separation of church and state, does not literally state that the nation is opposed to religion but that it is there to create respect within the many religious beliefs in the country. To better understand this controversial topic it is necessary to understand its history.
The separation of Church and State was mentioned in a letter written by Thomas Jefferson as a response to an address made by the Danbury Baptists. Historians argue that he focused on the......
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