[E Rocc]

Over the years I have come to laugh at the assertion, but it is nonetheless disgusting. Imagine, Saint Peter's Church is not Christian?!

My favorites are the people who claim Thomas Jefferson was a Christian (despite his disbelief in Christ's divinity) but would deny Roman Catholics the same status. Of course, if Jefferson and Franklin were not "Christians", then the entire "Christian Nation" premise falls faceward.

In the US at least, Jews and Catholics do not seem inclined to prosletyze, let alone legislate their creed (its a lot easier to buy pork in a Jewish neighborhood or a burger on a Friday during Lent in a Catholic one that alcohol in certain Baptist areas). I'd consider that a sign of personal religious security. :)

-Eric

[Chancellor Palpatine]

Believe me, there is an entirely different version of history that these guys pimp.

[onyx]

It's wonderful to read a sane and thoughtful post. Thanks again, Eric.

CP: ditto your remark. LOL!

[CobaltBlue]

Speaking of religious tolerance, I've been having a craving for Middle Eastern cooking, and having lunch at various Middle Eastern restaurants for the past week or so, despite the fact that it's Ramadan. I like eating in Middle Eastern restaurants during Ramadan, they are almost completely uncrowded, since Muslims can't eat until sunset.

So, I agree, it's a lot easier to get a falafel sandwich during Ramadan than buy liquor on Sunday. In DC, you can't even buy beer at a grocery store on Sunday - I guess it's the black Baptist influence.