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John Danforth: “As I understand it, I do not believe that the Supreme Court has ruled out the possibility of silent prayer. This is not…”

On the recordFebruary 3, 1994
As I understand it, I do not believe that the Supreme Court has ruled out the possibility of silent prayer. This is not limited to silent prayer.
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John Danforth
Missouri

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The speaker discusses the Supreme Court's stance on silent prayer.

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