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Religion in America (Paperback Edition) (Opposing Viewpoints)

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The usual series format is followed with pro and con positions on such controversial issues as: Is America a religious or a secular nation? What was the intent of the Founders regarding religion? What effect should or does religion have on American society? Does Christian fundamentalism threaten our freedom? What should be the role of religion in the public schools? Should religious doctrine influence decisions about abortion and traditional marriage? Materials chosen from periodical articles, speeches, and essays covering the entire spectrum from the far right to the liberal left make up the contents. Contact organizations, a bibliography, and index are included as is usual for this series. Even if the 2001 edition is owned, this balanced work should be considered because of the extremely up-to-date information on some very divisive issues that it provides. For teenage readers and adults.

Reviewed by Robert A. Silver