Weaponizing Religious Freedom
The separation of church and state has long been a cornerstone of American democracy. The Founders of the Republic, Jefferson, Madison, et al, insisted on a secular government unencumbered by religious dogma. However, in recent years decisions by a conservative-dominated Supreme Court have increasingly blurred that barrier. How has this happened? Enter Leonard Leo and a pile of money. Co-chair of the highly influential Federalist Society, he has been at the forefront of weaponizing religious freedom. According to Andrew Seidel, Leo “is universally recognized as the man who orchestrated the hostile takeover of the Supreme Court. He is responsible for the nomination and confirmation of John Roberts, Samuel Alito, Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh, and Amy Coney Barrett.” Leo chose them, Seidel says, for their “crusader ideology.” The erosion of secular values poses a threat to democracy.
Speaker
Andrew Seidel
Andrew Seidel, a constitutional attorney, is vice president of Americans for Separation of Church and State. He is the author of The Founding Myth and American Crusade: How the Supreme Court is Weaponizing Religious Freedom.
brad –
thank you
Suzanne Phillips –
As a retired attorney and daughter of a Congregational minister, I have supported civil rights and equal rights for all people all my life. Andrew Seidel eloquently and accurately explained the politics behind the Supreme Court. This perspective and the information he cites should be widely shared. I will call AR tomorrow to order the book!
Fred Swift –
Great thoughts to hear. Too few outlets for this sort of solid critical thinking. Book ordered. Thank you.
Al Brown –
Great! Will attempt to get book(s) asap.
Mike Putnam –
Great show. Loved Weaponizing Religious Freedom
Mike Putnam
PD
WMNB-LP
North Adams, MA 01247