Atheism Quote by George W. Bush
“Faith-based organizations also need a guarantee they will not be forced to give up their right to hire people of their own faith as the price of competing for federal money. If we want this program to be effective and to save lives, people have got to say interfacing with government will not cause me to lose my mission.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Faith-Based Initiatives, 2001
Faith groups fear losing hiring autonomy when receiving federal funds, risking mission integrity.
In simple terms: Faith groups worry about losing hiring freedom with government money.
Key Takeaway
Protect mission autonomy.
Themes
faith
government
employment
rights
Mood
concerned
determined
Type
policy
advocacy
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- grant applications
- legal challenges
Key Concepts
religious liberty
public funding
nonprofit management
Questions to Reflect On
- How can faith groups receive aid without compromising values?
- What safeguards ensure fair hiring?
A Different Perspective
Balancing anti with non-discrimination laws is complex.
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