As a Christian and a human being, I was appalled by Trump's church photo op https://t.co/ENCufu6Q6M
— Americans United (@americansunited) June 3, 20202 hours 42 minutes ago
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Blog PostAmerica’s Faith Leaders Are Not Impressed With Trump’s Bible Stunt
U.S. faith leaders are appalled at President Donald Trump’s decision to walk to a D.C. church and wave a Bible for a photo op.
Blog PostTrump Goes To Church – For A Few Minutes And A Photo Op
Trump clearly hopes to cover up his inability to comfort our nation during a time of great sorrow and pain by assuming the mantle of religion.
Press ReleaseSupreme Court Protects Religious Freedom, Public Health By Allowing California Order To Stand
“The Supreme Court’s order allows Governor Newsom to protect the health and religious freedom of the people of California. Governor Newsom’s public health order, which applies to both religious and secular gatherings, does not violate religious freedom; it advances it by ensuring that the government is not favoring some people’s religious practices in a way that endangers other people’s lives," said Rachel Laser, president and CEO of Americans United.
Press ReleaseTrump’s Reckless Demand That Governors Reopen Houses of Worship Undermines Public Health and Religious Freedom
“President Trump’s demand that governors allow all houses of worship to reopen this weekend is irresponsible and reckless – and tragically, will lead to more deaths. Trump’s cynical pandering to his religious extremist base is putting the health and well-being of the American people in jeopardy," said Rachel Laser, president and CEO of Americans United.
Right now, as hundreds of thousands of people are in the street to call for justice, we can do nothing more important than support them and the ideals of a country in which everyone is free. -@rachelklaser https://t.co/7CQHacDgIL
— Americans United (@americansunited) June 3, 20203 hours 32 minutes agoAll of this military + police presence to respond to an Episcopal Diocese of Washington vigil? Trump and co. sure are frightened of actually opening the Bible rather than using it as a political prop. https://t.co/LpE11KVClO
— Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons (@GuthrieGF) June 3, 20204 hours 15 minutes ago
Monday evening, President Trump authorized the used of tear gas & rubber bullets on peaceful protesters so he could walk to a church near the White House. Many US faith leaders are appalled. Here’s a sampling of some of the comments that have come to light since Trump’s stunt: https://www.au.org/blogs/clergy-reaction-trump5 hours agoMonday evening, President Trump authorized the used of tear gas & rubber bullets on peaceful protesters so he could walk to a church near the White House. Many US faith leaders are appalled. Religious freedom is NOT a right to harm others. https://t.co/ShrVdjVTer
— Americans United (@americansunited) June 3, 20205 hours 42 minutes ago
Monday evening, President Trump authorized the used of tear gas & rubber bullets on peaceful protesters so he could walk to a church near the White House. Many US faith leaders are appalled. Religious freedom is not a right to harm others. https://www.au.org/blogs/clergy-reaction-trump- 5 hours 52 minutes ago
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