Atheism Quote by Lori Lipman Brown
“Regardless of whether or not you belong to a majority religion, in the United States you may not impose your theology on civil law.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public policy forum, 1992
In a pluralistic nation, no single religion should dictate civil law; separation protects freedom.
In simple terms: Religion must not control civil law.
Key Takeaway
Uphold secular law.
Themes
religion
law
separation
pluralism
freedom
Mood
thoughtful
defensive
Type
statement
principle
When to use this quote
- legislative debate
- court case
- public policy drafting
- educational curriculum
- community forum
Key Concepts
constitutional law
civil rights
secularism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you protect both religious freedom and secular law?
- What limits should exist on religious influence?
A Different Perspective
Balancing religious liberty with secular law can be contentious.
