<p>Of course I understand the distinction, mommusic, but the point is that we can’t apply modern sensibilities retroactively to the past and undo every decision we now view as ill-conceived nor remove every object some person somewhere deems “offensive.” Take the issue of whether the 10 Commandments should be allowed to be displayed in the courtroom. Like it or not, these laws–which are believed by many to be of divine origin–have impacted our American code of laws. Why should we now be ashamed of that fact and purge our public buildings of any indication of that fact? It is what it is.</p>