church and state

Collects essays that offer varying perspectives on issues related to the Supreme Court of the United States.

Discusses the history of relations between religion and American government, looking at how controversies have been settled in the past, and considering the effect of religious diversity in the twenty-first century, as well as the push by Christians to influence politics and culture.

Argues that an inept and weakly led coalition that is dominated by religious zealotry is threatening the future of America and losing the respect of other countries.

A history of the conflicts between the government and religion in the United States, due to interpretations of the Constitution. Also discusses current on-going conflicts and recent Supreme Court decisions.

Presents a series of essays that discuss issues concerning whether or not religion has a part in the governmental process and how attitudes toward religion and government affect how America deals with foreign nations.

Discusses the details and the impact of the Supreme Court's decision in Lemon v. Kurtzman, which was about the use of public funds in connection with religion.

Explores how the United States became the first modern state whose commitment to the separation of church and state was reflected in its constitution.

Presents the author's view on a wide range of social, religious, and politcal topics, describing his own involvement in various debates about preemptive war, women's rights, terrorism, civil liberties, abortion, homosexuality, the environment, and more, in relation to his Christian faith.

Examines the controversial 1962 Supreme Court case between Steven Engel, an orthodox Jew who objected to the 1951 ruling by the New York State Board of Regents requiring morning prayers in its schools, and President of the board William J. Vitale.