To: Hermann the Cherusker
The exemption of religious institutions from taxes is a part of English Common Law, coming down from the Imperial Edicts of the Roman Empire that pre-date Christianity. It is not a grant of a privilege, but a naturally held privilege of religion, just like our freedom of speech and association and the like.If you think ANYthing will constrain the SCOTUS, you are sadly mistaken.
57 posted on
06/29/2005 5:21:41 AM PDT by
Lazamataz
(Looks like the Supreme Court wants to play Cowboys and Homeowners.)
To: Lazamataz
If you think ANYthing will constrain the SCOTUS, you are sadly mistaken. 10,000 armed men in front of the court might.
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