In Legal Terms: Religious Freedom

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Religious Freedom or Freedom from Religion? What does the First Amendment say about religion? We talk about students and religion in schools. Amendment I. Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.What about religious practices in public schools or public places?Do students have the right to express their religious beliefs at school?Can students express their religious beliefs during class?Can students distribute religious material at school?Can students form religious clubs at school?Can students pray at school?Is it okay to bring a Bible to school? Can it be used as a resource for an assignment?Can students wear religious clothing or jewelry to school?Can my city force my store or restaurant to close on Sunday (Blue Laws?).Current events: Utah teacher apologizes for Ash Wednesday cross incident  https://www.apnews.com/07145585aaf44d4e8edaa389109a2cd7Mississippi school tells teachers to remove religious items https://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2019/03/23/mississippi-school-tells-teachers-to-remove_ap.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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