The phrase 'In God We Trust' is featured on American currency, federal buildings, and national monuments. Many people believe this phrase should be removed. Some individuals are concerned that 'In God We Trust' violates the separation of church and state. Others believe the phrase is intolerant of atheists or people who believe in deities other than the Christian God. This just scratches the surface of the concerns.
I plan to use Saturday's post to present my up-to-date opinion about the minimum wage. However, I want to gain a full understanding of the different viewpoints about this issue. My studies will include any arguments you deliver via the comments section or social media engagements.
I look forward to hearing what you all have to say.
For those of you looking to understand more about this issue, check out these recent articles:
Wisconsin Police Department Nixes 'In God We Trust'
'In God We Trust' Affects Church/State Separation
"In God We Trust" Topic of March 4 ANA Dallas Show Program by Michael Fuljenz
Mississippi County Forced to Remove Ten Commandments Display Replaces It With 'In God We Trust' Sign
I'm not sure how in our PC culture we can justify keeping it, but I'm personally glad we still have it.
ReplyDeleteLet's keep it. Our nation's founders were flawed men, but they definitely intended for God to be part of the Republic. As partial evidence, here's one of several examples from the Declaration of Independence: "And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor."
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