Distribution of Religious Literature in the Public Schools.

Bjorklun, Eugene C.

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ERIC Number: EJ432770

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1991

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Distribution of Religious Literature in the Public Schools.

Bjorklun, Eugene C.

West's Education Law Reporter, v68 n4 p957-67 Sep 26 1991

Lower courts have generally held that Bible distribution in public schools violates the Establishment Clause. More recent litigation has focused on distribution of religious literature other than Bibles. Examines the background of the issue, considers the most recent court decisions, and discusses the implications of these decisions. (57 references) (MLF)

Descriptors: Constitutional Law, Court Litigation, Elementary Secondary Education, Federal Courts, Freedom of Speech, Public Schools, Religious Factors, State Church Separation

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Legal/Legislative/Regulatory Materials; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Laws, Policies, & Programs: Establishment Clause; First Amendment

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