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John Chenoweth: “I do not think anyone in this body would want to see us reach that result. Douglas went on to write that ``We are a…”

On the recordJune 4, 1998
I do not think anyone in this body would want to see us reach that result. Douglas went on to write that ``We are a religious people and our institutions presuppose a Supreme Being. When the State encourages religious instruction or cooperates with religious authorities by adjusting the schedule of public events'' or even prayer ``to sectarian needs, it follows the best of our traditions.'' The Justice found that there was no constitutional requirement making it necessary for government to be hostile to religion. In fact, he found quite the opposite.
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John Chenoweth
Republican · Colorado

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Discussing the relationship between church and state during a debate on the Istook amendment.

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