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Religion and the Military: Will Liberty Win the Argument?

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 A "tsunami of confusion" exists regarding religious liberty in the United States Armed Forces, according to panelists testifying before Congress.

Experts told the panel that the military is caught between a strong desire not to condone or coerce religious doctrine on soldiers and an equally strong desire to protect speech, especially religious speech, in the military.
Representative Joe Wilson of South Carolina chaired the subcommittee and gave introductory remarks before those gathered.

"Historically the Armed Forces have supported religious freedom and accommodated service members' religious beliefs," said Wilson.

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"Recognizing that there have been challenges to accommodating religious practices and beliefs, we have engaged in various efforts to clarify the role of religion in the military, prevent religious discrimination, and provide appropriate religious accommodations," said Wilson.

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