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Everson V. Board Of Education 1946-1947

Published on Nov 24, 2015

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EVERSON V. BOARD OF EDUCATION

Kendall, Amanda, Alesha
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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
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BILL OF RIGHTS

The first amendment prohibits states from establishing an official religion
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COURT'S RULING

5-4 in favor of allowing reimburse parents for the cost of transport
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OPINION OF AGREED PARTY

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

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

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