Houses of Worship Political Speech Protection Act
• Religious Intolerance
Don't be surprised if the preacher isn't the only person passing the plate in your church this fall.
The President wants to turn churches into "faith-based" government subcontractors.
Now some members of Congress want to turn churches into political action committees.
A bill in Congress would amend the tax code to allow churches, synagogues, mosques and other houses of worship to get involved in partisan political campaigns.
The bill, introduced by Rep. Walter Jones (R-N.C.), has more than 100 co-sponsors and could be voted on as soon as next month.
It would allow churches to contribute money and resources to political candidates and parties.
It also would allow churches to endorse or oppose candidates for public office.
It could make for some interesting campaign signs in churchyards:
"Re-elect Jones, for Heaven's Sake."
"Bush: If you liked the Father, you'll love the Son.''