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In Defense of Religious Freedom: The Controversy Surrounding the House Chaplain Selection

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_002_6_35_10_0060

Dates

  • Majority of material found within 104th (1995-1997); 105th (1997-1999); 106th (1999-2001)

Scope and Contents

The text is a response to a controversy regarding the selection of the next chaplain for the House of Representatives. The author defends his decision to vote for Reverend Charles Wright over Father Tim O'Brien based on pastoral and counseling experience. He denies allegations of anti-Catholic bias and emphasizes the importance of religious freedom and tolerance. The author also provides a link to the "Final Report of the Chaplain Search Committee" on his website for transparency.

Extent

2 pages

Creator

Non-Specified

Congress 104th (1995-1997); 105th (1997-1999); 106th (1999-2001)

Policy Area Campaign management--United States; Religion; Voting--United States

Tribal Affiliation Non-Specified
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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