Texas Gov. Rick Perry’s call to prayer may not be unconstitutional, but it raises serious questions about the governor’s commitment to represent all Texans. Unlike most “prayer proclamations” by government officials – a staple of political pandering in many parts of the country – Perry’s prayer plan includes co-hosting a major Christian worship event to be held in a Houston stadium on August 6.
Described by organizers as a “non-denominational, apolitical, Christian prayer meeting,” the gathering is being organized and funded by the American Family Association(AFA), a controversial conservative Christian advocacy group.
The governor is doing more than merely participating in the day-long prayer rally: He is described by organizers as “the initiator” – and listed first on the roster of “leaders.”
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