Indiana Lets God In

Licensing authorities in the state of Indiana, USA, have relented in their earlier disapproval of religious references. The action follows a successful challenge in the courts by Liz Ferris over renewal of her plate, 'BE GODS'.

Commenting on the judgment, Erik Stanley, senior legal counsel of the Alliance Defense Fund said; "Christians shouldn't be discriminated against for expressing their beliefs. We believe the state’s decision to scrap their problematic policy eliminates that discrimination and respects the First Amendment rights of Ms. Ferris and all Indianans.”

The plates had been displayed for nine years but the renewal application was initially rejected by the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles who cited the word 'God' as objectionable.

Perversely, the authorities already sanction the use of plates bearing the words 'In God We Trust' - which motorist can have on any plate for a $20 donation to armed services charities.

See earlier story.

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