Everson V. Board Of Education 1946-1947 by akuplegger

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Everson V. Board Of Education 1946-1947

Published on Nov 24, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

EVERSON V. BOARD OF EDUCATION

Kendall, Amanda, Alesha

BACKGROUND

Everson said tax money was for public education was used for private schools
The private schools provided religious education on behalf of a certain church
Everson claimed it violated the first amendment, for "establishment" of religion

BILL OF RIGHTS

The first amendment prohibits states from establishing an official religion

COURT'S RULING

5-4 in favor of allowing reimburse parents for the cost of transport

OPINION OF AGREED PARTY

New Jersey's interpretation under the first. The benefits shouldn't be taken away

EXPLANATION

The state cannot establish a set religion. Must be a separation of church and state

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