In his letter, "Schools should be allowed to teach God as creator," (July 20) Reverend Bayly argues that the philosophical implications of evolution conflict with "all men are created equal" in the Declaration of Independence. He recommends a constitutional amendment allowing Christian education in public schools, because the Christian religion made America great.
A Christian curriculum would certainly teach that British monarchies forced the citizenry to worship in accordance with the king's belief. It would teach that brave and diligent settlers fled to this continent to escape forced-upon religious doctrine.
To be equitable, instruction would include theism of Protestants and Catholics, as well as Baptists, Episcopalians, Lutherans, Methodists, Zionists, and so on. Teachers could also explain the politics behind why there are fifty English versions of the Bible.
There would probably be little time for math and science. Lessons could forego historical figures or events not associated with Christianity. Children of "alternative faiths" could convert or leave the public school system to avoid scrutiny, prejudice and discrimination.
Contrary to Rev. Bayly's assertion that Christianity made America great, our greatness is derived from the legislative protection against the establishment of a government religion.
DEANA WEAVER, Carroll Twp, York County