In her blog post, Sheila Kennedy explores the fundamental question of government’s role in personal behavior, reflecting on current legislative trends in Indiana. She argues that the Indiana legislature, influenced by gerrymandering and Christian nationalism, is pushing bills like SB 88 that seek to enforce specific moral values under the guise of civics education. This bill would introduce a conservative standardized test and expand the definition of “good citizenship” to include traditional values like marrying before having children. Kennedy critiques this as an infringement on individual rights and a deviation from the intent of the Bill of Rights, asserting that government should not enforce religious beliefs or moral codes. She concludes that the pursuit of an American Christian theocracy is unconstitutional and contrary to the principles of personal liberty and civic responsibility.
Christian Nationalism on the Rise Again
By xpectafight
