Brett Kavanaugh seems to be oblivious to the important role secular public education – a system that welcomes all youngsters regardless of what they believe or don’t believe about religion – plays in our society.

Brett Kavanaugh’s record demonstrates that he would likely undermine religious freedom in a number of ways. A new report by Americans United has the details.

“Judge Kavanaugh fails to understand that only the separation of church and state can guarantee religious freedom for all Americans. Instead, Judge Kavanaugh appears to be intent on eviscerating this fundamental American value,” said Rachel Laser, president and CEO of Americans United. “That fact alone should disqualify him for a seat on the Supreme Court."

President Donald Trump is scheduled to announce his replacement for Supreme Court Justice Anthony M. Kennedy. Kennedy has been a swing voter on many church-state issues, and his departure from the court could dramatically shift the balance. Here's what’s at stake in this important battle.