September 27, 2000

2000-11-25T20:01:05-05:00

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In a structured debate which featured opening statements, rebuttal, closing statements, and questions from the audience, Ambassador Keyes and Professor Dershowitz debated the question, “Does Organized Religion Have the Answers to 21st Century Problems?” Among the points of contention were the influence of religion on the founding fathers, the relation between religion and morality, the Bible as a source of moral guidance, and the role of religion in public discourse and politics. In often heated debate in response to audience questions, participants addressed issues such as sexual orientation, civil rights, Christianity, and the role of government in making social policy.

In a structured debate which featured opening statements, rebuttal, closing statements, and questions from the audience, Ambassador Keyes and Professor… read more