Religious Freedom
An NCO is offended by the bible on the desk of a coworker and complains to his supervisor. What should the supervisor do? Select each appropriate response.(Select all that apply.)
-Discuss with his or her judge advocate and chaplain
-Explain to the NCO why the Airman is allowed to have the Bible on his or her desk.
-Encourage all to treat others with dignity and respect even when they disagree on religious beliefs and practices.
1.What is the separation of church and state?
-Keeping the government out of religion
-What is religious freedom?
-The right to practice his or her own religion, or no religion at all.
2.What is the Free Exercise Clause?
-The right to worship or not as you choose. The government can't penalize you because of your religious beliefs.
3.How do you know the government is "establishing religion"?
-Have a non religious purpose
- Not end up promoting or favoring any set of religious beliefs
- Not overly involve the government with religion
4.What is the Establishment Clause?
-Keeps government from promoting religion in any way. Government may not give financial support to any religion.
5.Can my teacher start the day or a meeting with a religious prayer?
-No, prayers, scriptural readings and loudspeaker devotionals violate the first amendment because they promote religion.
6.Is it constitutional to teach religion in public schools?
-No, because the schools are run by the government. They can't promote religious beliefs or practice as part of the curriculum.