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A short article in the Boston Globe (2009) emphasizes the need to promote the right of students to religious freedom in schools. The article also notes that this right tends to be violated in schools on a regular basis. The reasons for such violation are many, not least of which is the fact that religion is a very emotional issue. Those who feel strongly about their religious roots tend to judge issues such as religious freedom on an emotional rather than a rational basis. Such lack of rationality is discouraged by the Constitution, and also by bills such as the newly signed Student Religious Freedom Bill. It emphasizes and clarifies rights that are guaranteed by the Constitution and rights that should not be violated.
In these turbulent political and economic times, it is wonderful to have an anchor in religious conviction. It is not as desirable however to use such an anchor as a catalyst for further turmoil. Where religious is concerned, it is best to ensure the right of choice. This is particularly important in schools, where...
It is best to ensure that intolerance does not form part of the complication that will often from part of these lives.
References
Boston Globe (2009, Nov 15). We need to protect students' rights to express their religion. http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/letters/articles/2009/11/15/we_need_to_protect_students_rights_to_express_their_religion/
PR Newswire. (2009, Nov. 20). CAIR Seeks Prayer Rights for Maine Muslim Student. http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cair-seeks-prayer-rights-for-maine-muslim-student-70629372.html
Religious Tolerance (2009). Religion and Prayer in U.S. Public Schools. http://www.religioustolerance.org/ps_pra9.htm
Student Rights in Public High Schools (2009). U.S. Supreme Court Cases Involving Student Rights. http://skyhawk13.tripod.com/cases.html
U.S. Courts. (2009). Landmark School Supreme Court Cases About Students. http://www.uscourts.gov/outreach/resources/landmark_studentcases.htm
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