Trump Brings Religion Into the Coronavirus Culture War: Religious services shouldn’t be exempted from state pandemic regulations
Document Type
News Article
Publication Date
5-1-2020
Capture Date
6-3-2020
URL
https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/05/trump-brings-religion-coronavirus-culture-war/611044/
Abstract
This article discusses the tension between state politicians and worshippers when it comes to protecting public health and First Amendment rights. The article features quotes from President Trump and his belief that state politicians are targeting Christian churches over other places of worship. The impact of President Trump’s words is discussed. Examples are given that demonstrate the resistance of religious groups to stay-at-home orders issued by multiple state governors.
WMU ScholarWorks Citation
Frum, David, "Trump Brings Religion Into the Coronavirus Culture War: Religious services shouldn’t be exempted from state pandemic regulations" (2020). Pandemic Response and Religion in the USA: Law and Public Policy. 25.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/religion-pandemic-law/25