It took us 150 years to reach the point where church and state are really separate in this country, ... It is no accident that the 'establishment clause' is the very first thing mentioned in the very first article of the Bill of Rights.

It seriously weakens the wall separating church and state, this vital protector of religious liberty for all Americans.

They will encourage members to fill out forms, will address the concerns and allay fears that prevent some from responding.

In the long run would be bad for religious freedom.

Over this next month, clergy from the pulpits, teachers in the classrooms, volunteers throughout our churches, mosques, temples and synagogues will be engaged in this effort.

They're from New Orleans without a home, ... I think this means a lot to them.