According to news reports, the Pentagon said Monday it no longer includes Bible quotes on daily intelligence briefings it sends to the White House. Pentagon spokesman Bryan Whitman said he did not know how long the Worldwide Intelligence Update cover sheets quoted from the Bible. Air Force Maj. Gen. Glen Shaffer, who was responsible for [...]
Posts Tagged ‘Religion in government’
Oh, where do I begin with this one?
[Note: THIS is exactly why moderate non-religious people standing by the sidelines (YOU) need to get involved with secular groups like the MRRF, CFI, Seattle Atheists, the FFRF and others. The stakes are too high, and people are getting away with anything they want to when it comes to mixing religion and policy.] Rummy, how [...]
The oath of office was once religion-neutral
The phrase “so help me God” is a modification to the neutral oath of office outlined in the U.S. Constitution: Before he enter on the Execution of his Office, he shall take the following Oath or Affirmation:–’I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, [...]