Separation of Church & State --- More Than a Phrase

Opinion Center
Separation of Church & State Survey

1. Generally, I am a person who:	Is very religious Is somewhat religious Is neutral on religion Is not very religious Is not religious at all Does not believe in God

2. The phrase "separation of church and state" is a fundamental tenet of the U. S. Constitution.	Agree Disagree

3. Implementation of the concept of separation of church and state has contributed to building one of the greatest nations in history.	Agree Disagree

4. Regarding politicians' use of religion, check all points you agree with.	It is best that religion and politics are not mixed. Politicians should not discuss religion. Political leaders should not discuss specific religious tenets. Politicians should discuss ethical and moral values rather than making religious allusions. Political leaders should discuss their religious beliefs.

5. Regarding religious leaders' discussion of political issues, check all points you agree with.	It is best that religion and politics are not mixed. Religious leaders should not discuss politics. Religious leaders should not discuss specific political positions. Religious leaders should discuss ethical and moral values rather than make political statements. Religious leaders should discuss their political beliefs.

6. Political positions become obscured when presented with religious beliefs.	Agree Disagree

7. Religious leaders should speak of ethics and morals rather than specific political issues.	Agree Disagree

8. A political candidate's religion is personal and should not be part of a political speech.	Agree Disagree

9. If a society is moral and ethical there is no need for politicians to reference religion frequently.	Agree Disagree

10. A breakdown in separation of church and state occurs when a society is unsure of the morals and ethics of its political leadership.	Agree Disagree

11. Building and maintaining a national identity should be based upon common ethical and moral beliefs.	Agree Disagree

12. Building and maintaining a national identity should be based upon common economic interests and methods.	Agree Disagree

13. Building and maintaining a national identity should not be based upon religious beliefs.	Agree Disagree

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