I think we're missing the hidden purpose here. There are muslim clerics across this country, that are talking about jihad. Talking about our society and how they should tear it down and install sharia law. This is what is being talked about.
Surely you don't really think LBJ had any such noble purpose in mind.
Not whether my local pastor is talking about the Book of Daniel, the Second Coming, and how todays political make up sure looks like the end days.
Huh? I don't think anyone's suggesting the IRS rules make any of those topics the least bit off-limits.
My pastor can talk about the ME, our actions, etc, in relation to the bible.
But, if he wants to maintain tax-exempt status, he'd dare not preach about why, for instance, it would be a great idea to vote for Candidate A and/or a terrible thing to vote for Candidate B.
He cannot tell me to take up arms against our own government.
Passing this bill will not change the fact that conspiracy is a crime. The bill has nothing to do with crime. We're talking about tax exemptions and limits on free speech, about preachers and churches having the freedom to suggest that their congregations vote for or against specific political candidates or parties. Again, the only thing "silencing" churches today is their own lack of faith (some probably call it stewardship). My advice to all faithful churches is this: If something needs to be said, say it. The Lord is faithful; He has always provided for His own in their time of need.
There are some christian sects that speak of ZOG, and to overthrow our own governments. But mainly, I think they are seeking to deport those muslim clerics that speak warmly of jihad, violence, and the "inevitable" spread of Islam.
Maybe I totally missed the point you were trying to make in your post.