Written by William C. Duncan and Dallyn Edmunds
September 2, 2025
The previous publications of this series have examined links between religion and social services, human rights, education, and mental health. Each has focused on the
social contributions of religious institutions and people of faith in each of these fields. In a climate of decreasing religious affiliation in many communities, more Americans may find it difficult to understand why our constitution prioritizes religious freedom. Why does religious exercise deserve specific protection? Why are protections of free speech and the like not sufficient?
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