Thesis

The United States of America was founded on principles of liberty, freedom, and justice. The early pioneers who settled this land came here for religious freedom. Despite these noble, core principles we still have traces of religious infringement ready to infect and swallow up these American principles. The first amendment of the United States Constitution prohibits "respecting an establishment of religion”, but surprisingly enough we have unenforced "Blue Laws" that do just that! Blue Laws are designed to enforce religious standards, particularly the observance of Sunday as a day of worship or rest, and to restrict Sunday shopping. The separation of church and state should be more heavily enforced to uphold our just American principles, to withhold religious discrimination, and promote economic prosperity.