yolland
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I don't think it's that hard to understand why the idea of a designated prayer room might appeal to someone like John Edwards. Most religions put considerable emphasis on communal prayer, and schoolmates being the most important peer group in most kids' lives, it makes sense that some of them might wish to pray with schoolmates from the same religious background as theirs. Obviously that can be done outside school too, but considering the amount of time most kids spend there, it's certainly convenient. I just think many people who support the "prayer room" idea aren't thinking realistically about the mutual discomforts you'd get into having one in a typical public school, where students come from all kinds of religious backgrounds.
I assume AEON meant, make it financially and transportationally possible for every child to attend a private school. That isn't economically feasible though.
I'm a little puzzled by your last sentence there, BVS--are you opposed to religious schools then?
I assume AEON meant, make it financially and transportationally possible for every child to attend a private school. That isn't economically feasible though.
I'm a little puzzled by your last sentence there, BVS--are you opposed to religious schools then?