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In reply to the discussion: These prople pay taxes on the dilapidated house... [View all]Half-Century Man
(5,279 posts)You might have missed the point of freedom of religion. The first amendment protects religions from national favoritism, none may be nationally endorsed over any other. All are free to select any of the approved forms of worship (or none) and pursue happiness as they may.
Governmental control of religious organizations already exist and has from the start.
Churches must meet building codes for example.
Many forms of religion are outlawed ie, the traditional worship of Baal, the traditional worship of Kali, traditional festivals to Wooden, the traditional forms of submitting prayers to most of the Mesoamerican deities, all requiring human sacrifices.
Many religious practices are restricted or heavily regulated, polygamy, the use of herbal intoxicants, etc.