Letter: Our country needs God

There is no denying that we are living in a divided America. The economic and social conflict between the political parties has become epidemic. It seems there is no longer any common ground on any political or social issue! Which brings to mind a time when America was united. We recently marked the somber 25th anniversary of 9/11. It was a time of horror, outrage and disbelief. It was also a time of hope, compassion and coming together in faith. Churches were packed that following Sunday! People were united as they sought comfort from the horrific tragedy. But not so much anymore. Church attendance in the U.S. has fallen below the majority for the first time in nearly a century. Our pledge of allegiance includes the phrase, one nation under God with liberty and justice for all . For 200 years, America was a Christian nation. The philosophical basis for the concept of human rights was rooted exclusively in Christianity. In a July speech, Vice President JD Vance commente