I’m not sure what that has to do with, what we are discussing.

It has nothing to do with this post. I was just pointing out that this was one of two scenarios under which someone would have reasonable cause for concern.

I can say with confidence, no Church was holding services, while the voting was taking place.

I don’t expect so either.

I’m not sure what that has to do with, what we are discussing.

…or if mass was held during an election.

I can say with confidence, no Church was holding services, while the voting was taking place.

They would really have their panties in a wad over [holding mass in the capitol] then…

Only if the church paid significantly more or less than the prevailing rent.

…or if mass was held during an election.

They would really have their panties in a wad over this then…

Church in the U.S. Capitol

Really? How is it that one can be offended by that which they don’t even believe in?

Very few people labeled as atheists are actually atheists. It’s usually some degree of agnosticism, so there is an acknowledgment that it is within the realm of possibility that one or more religions are correct.

Even if you set aside the atheists and the agnostics, it is still a questionable practice. Christian policies are very well known, so all of the Christian icons and imagery are tantamount to political messages.

Really? How is it that one can be offended by that which they don’t even believe in?

I, personally, don’t have any problem walking into God’s house and casting a ballot that He would disagree with, but I can easily see how others might. From that perspective, I don’t think it’s unreasonable to consider alternatives.