Amendments Quote by Donald Trump
“In other words, you're taking away your freedom of speech. And they [ministers and priests] started telling me about the Johnson Amendment which really was the first time - and I started studying .And we had a meeting a month later and I said, "We're gonna get rid of the Johnson Amendment because they're stopping you and our great people from talking."”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Unknown, possibly 2020 campaign
The speaker opposes the Johnson Amendment, claiming it suppresses free speech for religious groups.
In simple terms: Opposes law limiting religious speech.
Advocate for removing speech restrictions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- church advocacy
- policy reform
- public debate
- grassroots organizing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is removing the amendment beneficial for all?
- How to protect speech without privileging religion?
Balancing religious influence with secular law is complex.