It would also require that these religious materials, when used, could not favor or disfavor any particular religion or religious belief. A significant debate took place last session regarding religion and the public school system. This appears to be some carryover from that dialogue. Just as importantly, it would make sure that no one religious group is favored over any other in our schools. Though the legislation seems to encourage a more open policy toward teaching about religion in schools, it would actually limit the ability of schools to teach about our religious heritage in America, because Christianity was prevalent.
Schools already teach about religion without violating the law.
The structures in this bill about not favoring religion or any particular religion would place harmful restrictions on teachers. In saying that no one religious belief can be favored over any other, we are severely limiting what our children learn about the American heritage. Since American history itself favors Christianity we are essentially outlawing teachers from telling kids about the heritage of our country. Click on the image at the left for information on how to call your state legislator.