Church and State

Most democracies say they believe in the separation of Church and State but many do not fully implement this.

Subcategories

  • Public Prayer

    Public Prayer is still a reality in many places - including Municipal Council meetings in Ontario even though it's against the law.

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    4
  • Religious Schools
    Religious schools perpetuate antagonisms and worse.  Basic freedom says they should be allowed if they include the same syllabus but they should not be subsidized by the state.
    Article Count:
    13
  • Churches and Taxes

    Churches generally don't pay taxes - yet only a fraction of their work involves public service. The rest is directed only towards their members.

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    2
  • Religion and politics

    Politicians and even Royalty get involved with religion and not usually to keep it separated.

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    6