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episode 804: Arizona wants to ban Satan!
Bill seeks to ban Satan from public property, Arizona Capitol Times, by Hannah Elsmore, on February 9, 2024, https://azcapitoltimes.com/news/2024/02/09/bill-seeks-to-ban-satan-from-public-property/
Involves a discussion regarding a recent bill introduced in Arizona aiming to ban representations honoring Satan from state public property. The bill passed in committee despite opposition. Senator Juan Mendes defended the Satanic Temple, emphasizing their values of compassion and justice, contrasting them with what he perceives as lacking among Christians. Senator Jake Hoffman argued against considering Satanism a religion, claiming it's antithetical to religion. Despite the bill passing committee vote, the discussion participants criticize it as a publicity stunt, highlighting legal and constitutional issues.
They critique Hoffman's representation, questioning if he's truly serving his constituency or undermining constitutional principles. The Satanic Temple's provocative tactics are discussed, suggesting that the bill's passage could lead to legal challenges, potentially seen as a win for the Temple. The discussion ends with an emphasis on the importance of upholding the Constitution and the responsibilities of elected officials to serve their constituents and uphold the law.
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