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Old 07-28-2011, 02:23 PM
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That been said, a Christian government official at a Christian event can be in official business and say God Bless. Same for Muslims and Jews and any other believer. His or her words are not the government's, but that of the person, even though acting in official capacity.
If that person is acting as a government agent, s/he is giving off the impression that the religion is the "right" one and is backed by the government.

If this person is making a speech at, say, a block party and decides to say a prayer and end with God Bless, s/he has every right to.
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