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they are separated because people need the freedom religion, the government might be christian and you are muslim, or one could become power hungry over the other

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Q: Why does the US separate church and government?
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What relationship of the church to the state in the current form of us government?

There is no official partnership between the US government and any church. The US government has never been in control of a church, and no church has ever been in control of the government.


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To guarantee freedom of and from religion.


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What is the relationship of the church tot he state in the current for of the US government?

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What powers are given to each State government as separate from the US Federal Government?

State governments have powers in areas such as education, public health, transportation, and intrastate commerce. They also have the authority to regulate land use, conduct state elections, and establish local governments. These powers are outlined in the Tenth Amendment to the US Constitution, which reserves all powers not specifically granted to the federal government to the states.


How did the separatist get their name?

They got their name because they wanted to be separate from the church.


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People should have the freedom to pick their own religion and not be forced to be what ever religion is mandated by the government.


What is the difference between a puritan and a separatist and why did these people flee England in search of a fresh start in the US?

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What are the terms national government central government and federal government synonymous for in America?

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What protesters wanted to separate from the church of England?

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