>Dear Colleagues, etc,

        This came across my screen.  It's so astonishing, I find it hard to
believe, but there it is.

        What do you think?

        Eric



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>Date: Sun, 30 Jul 2000 09:57:59 -0700
>From: Steve Cooperman <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: "Jesus Day " in Texas
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>For your interest, amusement or your concern, or just for discussion,
>Governor George Bush proclaimed June 10, 2000 as "Jesus Day" in Texas.  As
>a Jew, I would feel slighted.  As a Democrat, I would worry about the
>future of this man's possible presidency, and as an American, I worry about
>balance on the Supreme Court if Bush is elected president and can appoint
>conservative folks.
>
>This website in question is:
>http://www.governor.state.tx.us/Proclamations/May00/5-00Jesus.html
>an official State of Texas website.
>
>Do I unduly worry about separation of Church and State?  Perhaps the
>historians of the group can tell me that that separation doesn't apply here.
>
>Here is the wording of the site:
>
>                            Jesus Day
>
>Throughout the world, people of all religions recognize Jesus
>Christ as an example of love, compassion, sacrifice and
>service. Reaching out to the poor, the suffering and the
>marginalized, he provided moral leadership that continues to
>inspire countless men, women and children today.
>
>To honor his life and teachings, Christians of all races and
>denominations have joined together to designate June 10
>as Jesus Day. As part of this celebration of unity, they are
>taking part in the 10th annual March for Jesus in cities
>throughout the Lone Star State. The march, which began in
>Austin in 1991, is now held in nearly 180 countries. Jesus
>Day challenges people to follow Christ's example by
>performing good works in their communities and
>neighborhoods. By nursing the sick, feeding the poor or
>volunteering in homeless shelters, everyone can play a role
>in making the world a better place.
>
>I urge all Texans to answer the call to serve those in need.
>By volunteering their time, energy or resources to helping
>others, adults and youngsters follow Christ's message of
>love and service in thought and deed.
>
>Therefore, I, George W. Bush, Governor of Texas, do
>hereby proclaim June 10, 2000,
>
>                               Jesus Day
>
>in Texas and urge the appropriate
>recognition whereof,
>In official recognition whereof,
>I hereby affix my signature this
>17th day of April, 2000.
>
>(signed, George W. Bush)
>     Governor of Texas
>
>Will there be a Moses Day?  A Mohammed Day?  A Buddah Day?  A Gandhi Day?
>
>    --- Steve >>>>
>
>