Americans United

The Constitution mandates it. Most Americans believe in it. Separation guarantees you freedom to worship or not worship as you choose. But today, powerful religious leaders and misguided politicians have joined forces to undercut the First Amendment.

Since 1947, Americans United has worked to protect the constitutional principle of church-state separation, a vital cornerstone of religious liberty. Americans of many faiths and political viewpoints have come together to defend our freedoms.

Here are some statements made by Presidents of the United States, and a contrast with some of the things said by those on the radical religious right. These quotes will give an idea of the purpose of Americans United, and the objectives of some who would impose their religious beliefs on the rest of American society.