Thus, this amendment authorizes the very coercive practices it disclaims. It also fails the stated purpose of clarifying current law and collapses under the weight of its own inconsistencies. I frankly do not see any constitutional crisis before us today. Through measures such as the Department of Education's guidelines on religious expression in public schools, we have come a long way in clarifying the law. Simply put, the proposed amendment to the Constitution is not only unnecessary, it is also tremendously hazardous.
Religion is a deeply personal issue.
Any effort to create a religion amendment to the Constitution will undoubtedly upset the delicate balance between church and state that has enabled religion to flourish in our nation for over 200 years. Thank you, and I would be happy to answer any questions.