The Constitution bars government from meddling in religion. Government should be neutral on theological matters and not seek to sponsor, promote or further faith.
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- Legislative Prayer: Can legislatures open meetings with prayers?
- Holiday Displays: Can the government erect a holiday display that contains religious symbols?
- Ceremonial Deism: Can the government make official references to religion, as in the Pledge of Allegiance and the national motto?
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- Resolved July, 2008 Three Lakes, Wisconsin
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- August 2008 American Atheists, Inc. v. Duncan
- March 2009 University of the Cumberlands v. Pennybacker
- February 2007 Galloway v. Town of Greece
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