

Brad Tumey
Religious expression in a public forum is part of our American heritage. Prohibiting such an inherent right is not just unconstitutional, it’s un-American.


Ernest Giardino
Like any citizen in any city in America, Ernest Giardino is free to peacefully share his religious beliefs on a public sidewalk. The First Amendment is his permit.


Zachary Hebb
The law and Constitution grant all people the right to express their religious beliefs and speak freely, even if what they say is controversial.


Gabriel Olivier
No American should be criminally charged for sharing their faith in public.


Tarin Swain
Silencing a private citizen’s prayer during public comment time at a public meeting is abhorrent to the First Amendment.


Heather Rooks
If it is okay for U.S. Presidents to quote the Bible, why can’t a Peoria school board member?