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To: Neocon who wrote (36713)	9/14/2000 1:42:41 AM
From: phyxter	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 769667

As you stated in Message 14381108 it is true that the moment of silence is a proxy for overt prayer. Yes, indeed, you are being told in no uncertain terms that you are to bow to prevailing religious custom, imposed by government will. No one mistakes this, and especially those who do happen to be of the prevailing religious faith. It is too easily perverted to more sinister purposes, and keeping government out of this business does no harm. Aren't you for limited government (especially where it matters most)?

To: Neocon who wrote (36713)	9/14/2000 2:37:19 AM
From: Gordon A. Langston	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 769667

Neo, I wonder if this is covered in TP's DIVERSITY TRAINING? It would seem to follow that "team prayers" on all levels will become suspect. You are correct that the "moment of prayer/silence" is a request. It would not have to be followed any more than a request for donations to the local United Way or Boy Scouts <g>. I go to Mass with my wife and though I'm not Catholic, I respond to the good will. I respect their ceremony and feel quite comfortable there. I guess my "diversty training" class works. I've even learned the correct spelling of Christian. <vbg>