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What Others Say
“You can promote greater religious freedom in your public schools this year by telling others about Religious Freedom Day. I recommend you ask teachers and school officials to act on the President’s request and conduct appropriate commemorative exercises.”
Chuck Colson
Founder & Chairman, Prison Fellowship & Breakpoint
“It is vital that students feel that their schools are safe places to express their religious beliefs. Teachers can do this by explaining to students the religious liberties they have in the classroom, playground, and hallway. I join the President in urging teachers to commemorate Religious Freedom Day.”
Eric Buehrer
President, Gateways to Better Education
“Religious Freedom Day reminds us that we, as Americans, have the freedom to participate in the religion of our choice. Although the U.S. Department of Education has issued clear and understandable guidelines, many of us in public schools shy away from discussing religion. We urge teachers, parents and students to employ, embrace and exercise their civil liberties.”
Gary Beckner
Executive Director, Association of American Educators
“The right to religious freedom flows from the inherent dignity of each and every human person. That freedom sticks with you, regardless of your age or location. So celebrating religious freedom in the public schools is a helpful reminder that students don’t check that fundamental right at the school house door.”
Anthony Picarello
President, The Beckett Fund
“Every generation needs to embrace our rich historic legacy. Thomas Jefferson and James Madison were courageous visionaries, and we honor them every time we lift up the cause of religious liberty.”
Ambassador Robert Seiple
President, Council on America's First Freedom
“At the Institute on Religion & Democracy we track religious persecution throughout the world. People are in prison for their beliefs, are murdered for converting, and become victims of religion-based genocide. Religious freedom—the liberty to follow our consciences in our core beliefs—is not only our greatest freedom, but is the basis of all our other freedoms. Americans should treasure and protect this freedom and labor to see it recognized worldwide.”
Jim Tonkowich
President, Institute on Religion and Democracy
“Religious freedom is the reason most early settlers came to these shores, and our nation’s continued exemplary dedication to religious freedom is among the greatest reasons why unprecedented multitudes from around the world continue to seek refuge in our land. The Providence Forum is committed to reaffirming the faith and values of America’s founding in today’s culture, society and the public square. Those values are the pillars upon which the enduring freedoms we all enjoy continue to stand. That is why we join the President in calling upon all Americans to celebrate Religious Freedom Day.”
Ralf W. Augstroze
Executive Director, The Providence Forum
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