Prosper Exchange Post Event Executive Summary - Faith, Freedom & AI

 U.S. Constitution’s First Amendment: Faith, Freedom, and Inclusion 

The presentations highlighted the fundamental ideas behind the founding fathers’ vision of the first amendment. One presenter stated that it was Thomas Jefferson who declared that there be a separation between state and church, adding that there should be a wall of separation to ensure that there is no interference between government and religion and that the government should not establish a state religion. The walls of separation are important because a “wall too short” could result in abuse of power, whereas a “wall to tall” could prevent full participation of everyone. Essentially, full participation ensures the inclusion of everyone, as the presenter further stated, it was indeed James Madison who argued that the diversity of opinions is necessary for a free and democratic society as well as to safeguard against tyranny. 

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