DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
Letter on the Clergy in Politics
- Why is Witherspoon writing this letter?
- Why is Witherspoon concerned about the Georgia constitution’s position on clergy in the legislature?
- Does Witherspoon think that there are valid reasons for excluding the clergy from the legislature?
- What does Witherspoon mean by the phrase “a punishment by loss of privilege”?
- What possible definitions does Witherspoon give for the word “clergyman”?
- What possible problems does Witherspoon foresee about excluding members of the clergy?
- What specific changes does Witherspoon recommend for the Georgia Constitution?
- Does Witherspoon want his suggestions taken seriously?