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Allowing prayer in public schools remains a compelling and often heated issue for many Americans. Is a student-led Lord's Prayer acceptable before the big game on Friday night? What about a two-minute "moment of silence" during home room? Of course, this isn't simply a matter of prayer itself but a representation of a much larger, more encompassing topic: Where does the line exist between religious freedom and religious imposition?
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Teachers Don't Surrender Their Rights When They Enter Public Education
teachers still have their rights.
Because teachers step into the field of teaching does not mean that they must surrender their rights. They still have the same freedom of speech and religion as the students have. It may not be good for a teacher to lead a group prayer because they may offend some students, but they should be able to have the same freedom to pray during their day. Also, they can lead voluntary prayer groups and meetings for any students who chose to participate in these prayer groups. As far as the coaches praying with their team, I believe that is fine as long as the team agrees that they should. Ever since I can remember, my team has prayed before every game. If someone disagreed, they wouldn't have to participate or we would stop.
- kcesarski
January 25, 2009 9:16PM
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