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June 27, 2002
True grit
Michael Newdow
brought a lawsuit claiming the pledge of allegiance is unconstitutional. Most people blinded by equating religious ferver with true patriotism would rightly claim that Mr. Newdow is undermining the American society. A more rational approach would reveal that the Constitution makes no mention of God. George Washington who was not a church-goer added "so help me God" to oath of office. Mr. Newdow is not asking for a change in the American spirit to accomodate his atheism. He is simply asking that the recently found (about 50 years ago) religious enthusiasm be rolled back out of the public square. His complaint is not against the use of "under God" in the pledge. He is against the forced use of the pledge in public schools. You are welcome to pray to any God in any manner you may wish but dont force his children to listen to it with his tax money. We can only pray the Supreme Court will have the courage to examine this issue for its truth. (aah pray. the touch of irony, my job here is done)