Good stuff. I've always thought that one of the great advantages of being
Jewish, and therefore a little to the side of the main stream of US
religious behavior and thought, was that I could see issues related to
separation of church & state a little more quickly than some of my
Christian friends. The Native American experience multiplies this effect,
and may be a vital voice in preserving democracy... the very democracy
that started its life by brutalizing the Native community.
I always enjoy Ray's postings, and I particularly liked the closing line
of this one. It is interesting to note that some of the school teachers
who complain about "multi-culturalism" in schools and teaching about Tet
or Ramadan never had a problem with Christmas programs, and still feel
just fine about Christmas trees in the school office. They get interested
in separation of church and state only when the separation has to do with
someone else's church. Nothing like being in the majority to limit your
vision.
[Host's Note: Joe has forwarded the above note from his wife, Hudi, to the
list. ...Rick]
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