When I came across Vicky S.’s article I was eager to see what she had to say, but by the end I was ready to explode with anger. I respect the fact that she has an opinion, but as a Christian and a citizen of America I strongly disagree. She stated that our country was founded on Christian principles - by that did she mean stealing land, massacre and enslavement? I firmly stand up for my belief in God but I understand that the Ten Commandments in a government office could offend someone in the same way that a statue of, say, Buddha in a government office would offend me.

I believe Vicky had good intentions to show that Christians aren’t intolerant, self-righteous, offensive people, but in saying “if you’re an atheist, well tough ... exercise your right to leave,” she seemed very offensive and intolerant. Vicky, I am a Christian, but I never silence my beliefs. I pray in public, wear a cross necklace and often bring my Bible to school. I do not empathize with you.