Bush and Philosophy
Today, in reference to the Pledge of Allegiance, Bush said:"The declaration of God in the Pledge of Allegiance doesn't violate rights. As a matter of fact, it's a confirmation of the fact that we received our rights from God, as proclaimed in our Declaration of Independence."
I believe John Locke would disagree.
President Bush on Thursday called a federal appeals court ruling that challenged the constitutionality of the Pledge of Allegiance "out of step with the traditions and history of America'" and promised to appoint judges who affirm God's role in the public square.
Umm, no thanks. This ruling is in step with my beliefs. Sorry, I think you are wrong in your belief that this ruling is "...out of step with traditions..." America is about protecting the MINORITY while expressing the will of the MAJORITY. THis is a country based on religious freedom, not a thocracy like BuchCo. thinks it is/should be. Case in point, the man who brought the suit to the 9th Circuit, has already recieved death threats. Love thy neighbor, indeed.
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