George W Bush, often criticized for his over emphasis on Christianity during his presidency, had implemented a program that allowed faith-based groups to hire only Christians. Essentially a Christian program such as CAC, can turn away more qualified applicants on the basis that they aren't Christian.
What is perhaps most stunning is that President Obama has decided to keep the program. Knowing the policies of Obama, we know that he has called for religious tolerance and acceptance. He has reached out to the middle east and explicitly stated that the United States is not attempting to persecute Muslims. He has also tried to alleviate the tensions between Israel and Palestine. So with so much work done for religious quality, why has he kept this blatantly discriminating program?
That is what the people are arguing. They are trying to appeal to the president to repeal the act. One question that is probably grazing their minds is how Christianity can hold such power in a country founded on "separation of church and state".
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