It is the right as well as the duty of all men in society, publicly and at stated seasons, to worship the Supreme Being, the great Creator and Preserver of the universe. And no subject shall be hurt, molested, or restrained in his person, liberty, or estate, for worshipping God in the manner and season most agreeable to the dictates of his own conscience; or for his religion profession of sentiments; provided he doth not disturb the public peace, or obstruct others in their religious worship....
Massachusetts Bill of Rights, Part the First, 1780
What the hell happened? !!!
cc: Ted Kennedy
John Kerry
Mumbles Menino
These four fellas wouldn't know what the hell all that meant unless, of course, it was accompanied by a cat-o-nine-tails and leather boots, especially Barney.
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