Via Religion Clause, a speech Thursday by White House Faith-Based Office head Joshua Dubois gives the clearest picture yet of the goals and philosophies of President Obama in partnerships between government and religious organizations. Here's a snippet:
President Obama knows that the relationship between the federal government and religious organizations must not be about money alone. Many faith-based groups do not want to receive federal funds, because of the various restrictions attached to those dollars. Many others should not receive federal grants, because they’re either unable or unwilling to separate those funds and use them through appropriate means.
So we must find a way to work with the vast majority of those faith-based organizations who will not receive money from the government, while insuring of course that those who wish to apply for and receive federal support do so in a way that respects both their rights and responsibilities.
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