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Chapter 1: Is America a Religious Nation?

Chapter Preface

America Was Founded on Christian Principles

America Was Not Founded on Christian Principles

Americans Are a Religious People

Americans Are Turning Away from Organized Religion

Elements of American Society Are Hostile to Religious Believers

American Society Is Hostile to Religious Nonbelievers

Periodical Bibliography

Chapter 2: Can Religion Solve America’s Social Problems?

Chapter Preface

Religion Can Solve America’s Social Problems

Religion May Not Solve America’s Social Problems

Religious Organizations Can Help Solve Social Problems

Religious Organizations Cannot Solve Social Problems

The Government Should Fund Faith-Based Social Services

The Government Should Not Fund Faith-Based Social Services

Periodical Bibliography

Chapter 3: What Should Be Done to Accommodate Religious Freedom in America?

Chapter Preface

The U.S. Constitution Should Be Amended to Protect Religious Liberty

The U.S. Constitution Already Protects Religious Liberty

Special Legal Protections Are Necessary to Ensure Religious Freedom

Special Legal Protections Are Not the Best Way to Ensure Religious Freedom

Parents Must Provide Necessary Medical Treatment for Children Regardless of Religious Belief

Parents Who Withhold Children’s Medical Treatment Because of Religious Beliefs Should Not Be Punished

The American Military Should Stop Sanctioning the Wicca Religion

The American Military Should Not Ban the Wicca Religion

Periodical Bibliography

Chapter 4: What Role Should Religion Play in America’s Public Schools?

Chapter Preface

Public Schools Should Include More Religion in the Curriculum

Public Schools Should Not Include More Religion in the Curriculum

School Prayers Are Unfair to Students

Restrictions on School Prayer Are Unfair to Students

Schools Should Post the Ten Commandments to Teach Morality

Schools Should Not Post the Ten Commandments to Teach Morality

Periodical Bibliography

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