free speech takes a hit

[Danzig]

Originally Posted by timmgirvan

Don't confuse him with the facts!

well, just wasn't sure if somer saw that the wiccan religion has been added to the DoD list of recognized religions. symbols were placed on the tombstones of the deceased soldiers.

[timmgirvan]

Originally Posted by Danzig

well, just wasn't sure if somer saw that the wiccan religion has been added to the DoD list of recognized religions. symbols were placed on the tombstones of the deceased soldiers.

Danzig: Somer knows this, but it makes for a better story if we're still hunting Wiccans. Somer: if this is that important to you,please get the leaders on board so they can benefit from the program!

[Danzig]

Originally Posted by timmgirvan

Danzig: Somer knows this, but it makes for a better story if we're still hunting Wiccans. Somer: if this is that important to you,please get the leaders on board so they can benefit from the program!

but he does have a point--so many want to judge others--a non-mainstream religion seems a good target for many. look at al sharptons comments about mitt romney for instance. it shows ignorance on behalf of the speaker when they denigrate a religion that they really know nothing about. it's different, therefore dangerous. i also felt that the wiccans should be able to put their symbol on their tombstone--those guys fought and died for everyone, not just those of the 'correct' faith. thankfully the error was corrected.

[somerfrost]

Originally Posted by Danzig

but he does have a point--so many want to judge others--a non-mainstream religion seems a good target for many. look at al sharptons comments about mitt romney for instance. it shows ignorance on behalf of the speaker when they denigrate a religion that they really know nothing about. it's different, therefore dangerous. i also felt that the wiccans should be able to put their symbol on their tombstone--those guys fought and died for everyone, not just those of the 'correct' faith. thankfully the error was corrected.

Thanks Mrs Z, I'm glad someone sees my point. Yes, after a considerable effort, the symbols were finally allowed...as I originally stated, "the families weren't allowed to place Wiccan religious symbols on their tombstones"...past tense. The courts will correct many abuses of the Constitution...DoD has recognized Wicca for some time but folks like Bush and Thurman have publically questioned this policy and called for it to be changed.