OPINION:
In an era dominated by a troubling “freedom for me and none for thee” mantra, the increase in ignorance surrounding religious freedom should petrify and stupefy the masses.
The resulting dangers that could come from this distressing situation are multifaceted, considering the First Amendment is the bedrock of American freedom and expression. Somehow, though, a stunning proportion of citizens are absolutely clueless about its scope, contents and protective measures.
The Becket Fund For Religious Liberty, a religious liberty law firm, recently released its annual “2022 Religious Freedom Index,” assessing what Americans know and believe about First Amendment freedoms.