John,

  I don't know about everyone else, but in my opinion some "sweeping and preposterous" statements that are off-track are not worthy of notice.  On a political list, I'd tackle them anytime, but I'm not sure this list is the place.

  Whoa, just read Paul F.s response:  talk about generalizations that beg the issue.  Surely it's time for Brent to speak up.

  Joanne





John Maass <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
  I find it interesting that the only reaction so far to Mr. Finkleman's initial statements about Jefferson and Senator Allen's remarks are about TJ's "problem" with slavery. Mr. Finkleman also made a very sweeping and preposterous statement that conservatives/Republicans are against religious freedom in the US today.


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