Yes, church and state are (and should be) separated. However, historically, the public expects the president to be "moral" on a higher level and attending church is one of the ways the public sometimes equates this (Alexis de Tocqueville). As of currently, that equation doesn't always represent the truth. The problem I see with that headline is that if the "many" are still equating him as a practicing Muslim. If that is the case his race for the White House could end up severely damaged, because after all, us Americans are never prejudice. I also think that for the most part we assume those who are running are the "same" religion as ourselves, so generally the religion issue isn't an issue, and we don't question until some other information is brought to light.
And btw, you post isn't offensive, it's what helps make the political system function better (Jefferson and Madison papers). Opinions were meant to be discussed.
I'm actually offended every time I see anything to do with religion in this race, not only because I feel it is not relevant to my decision as to who to vote for, but because it serves as a powerful reminder that no one who shares my religious beliefs (or rather, absence of them) will ever be president, because somehow, whether or not you believe in a certain god and attend a certain church is a testament to one's moral compass.
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And btw, you post isn't offensive, it's what helps make the political system function better (Jefferson and Madison papers). Opinions were meant to be discussed.
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