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In reply to the discussion: Atheists’ misguided fight over the 9/11 memorial [View all]Major Nikon
(36,927 posts)Do you think they shouldn't do so simply because there's no direct impact to you?
The idea of separation of church and state means no tax dollars should be used to promote any religion. Those who believe in that principle strongly enough are willing to take a stand at every instance regardless of the impact. Simply saying 'it's not a big deal so fuck it', is a never ending proposition because those who seek to promote religion will always be pushing those boundaries.
Your same argument makes more sense to apply to the religionists who are promoting this. If it's no big deal why are they pushing so hard for it in the first place? I'm sure there are a number of private religious organizations who would be glad to display it on their own property.