One of the problems with government-backed prayer resolutions is that they assume a certain level of religiosity is common among all Americans, that 'real' Americans naturally embrace faith during trying times.

While there are some exceptions, most courts are taking the reasonable route and upholding neutral bans on large gatherings, religious and secular, during this difficult time.

Pastor Tony Spell’s stunts are legion. Despite a March 16 order from Gov. John Bel Edwards (D) limiting gatherings to 50 or fewer people to stem the spread of coronavirus, Spell has continued to hold large services at his Life Tabernacle Church.