Are states' constitutions unconstitutional?(Editorial)

From: National Review | Date: September 25, 1995| Author: | Copyright information

Harry Jaffa of the Claremont Institute points out that 47 states mention God in their Constitutions. He goes on to suggest that if prayer in public schools is not permitted, then these Constitutions can be declared illegal.

During the recess from Washington, our legislators have an opportunity to reflect a little, and it would not be time lost if they gave thought to a prayer amendment. There are several reasons to do this. One, the restoration of traditional authority for local schools; a second, the elucidation of a constitutional disfigurement done over the last generation by the ...

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