The U.S. founders' other revolutionary choice: Separating religion and government

The U.S. founders' original vision of separating religion from government is increasingly debated, especially after a May 2026 prayer rally on the National Mall where political leaders invoked religious themes. This event highlights a growing tension between maintaining the founders' secular principles and contemporary political trends that seem to blend faith and governance. Understanding this context is crucial as it touches on fundamental questions about the nature of American democracy and the role of religion in public life, raising implications for religious freedom and the secular fabric of society.