Church & State

The story of America is a story of change. How these changes come about says a lot about who we are as a nation. When change looms on the horizon, every citizen in the United States has a chance to participate in the process. This means that every change-whether tiny or earthshaking-is usually the result of a Great Debate. The Great Debates series traces the history of important themes and issues in American culture. Each book stops at crucial points along the way and "eavesdrops" on the discussions surrounding society's major course changes. You'll discover that people 50 and 100 and 200 years ago could get just as loud and passionate as they do today! Church & State looks at the Great Debate concerning the separation of church and state. Each chapter brings to light the key positions on the topic … and challenges you to consider both sides of some very controversial issues. In the end, you'll learn that Americans love to make their voices heard. And that's what makes a Great Debate.