Date of Award
Spring 2007
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Department
Political Science
First Advisor
Dr. Ellis West
Second Advisor
Dr. Melissa Labonte
Third Advisor
Dr. Daniel Palazzolo
Abstract
The relationship between government and religion is a difficult one. The question of how religious beliefs and practices should be treated by the government remains at the forefront of constitutional debate. There are concerns about religious freedom and the extent to which it conflicts with public duty. The First Amendment of the United States Constitution states, "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof." The Supreme Court's interpretation of the religion clauses has been unclear, inconsistent, and, therefore, extremely controversial. In fact, it has not become less controversial over time, but quite the opposite.
Recommended Citation
Harrison, Christy, "A critical comparison of the church-state jurisprudence of Chief Justice William Rehnquist and Justice Sandra Day O'Connor" (2007). Honors Theses. 203.
https://scholarship.richmond.edu/honors-theses/203