Baphomet

Bill to ban displays of Satan in public property moves forward in Senate

As I read the headline about the bill to ban displays of Satan in public property moving forward in the Senate, I couldn’t help but roll my eyes. It seems like yet another example of right-wing politicians disregarding the principles of the U.S. Constitution. In just 25 words, this bill manages to violate three separate clauses of the First Amendment. It’s truly impressive how they can be against the constitution while claiming to be its biggest defenders.

What strikes me as particularly amusing is the fact that the bill explicitly targets displays of Satan, rather than the broader Satanic Temple. It’s as if they have no idea that the Satanic Temple actually uses a statue of Baphomet as their symbol, not Satan himself.… Continue reading

Arizona GOP lawmakers back bill to prohibit satanic displays on public property

Arizona GOP lawmakers are at it again, always finding new ways to waste time and taxpayers’ money with blatantly unconstitutional bills. The latest one on their agenda? Senate Bill 1279, also known as the Reject Escalating Satanism by Preserving Essential Core Traditions Act, or RESPECT. This bill aims to prohibit satanic displays on public property in Arizona, because apparently, the GOP is the arbiter of what is acceptable on public land.

Now, let me start by saying that I have no personal affiliation with the satanic community or any religious group for that matter. But what bothers me is the sheer audacity and hypocrisy of these lawmakers.… Continue reading