In a press release sent out today, the Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF) announced it is opening an investigation into Governor Bevin’s meeting with pastors.
The meeting happened on Monday, October 21, and was described by some as a “pre-election rally” and by others as “an inspirational event.”
From the press release:
FFRF Director of Strategic Response Andrew L. Seidel has formally requested records from the Bevin administration, including all emails related to planning the event and all records related to state resources, including staff time spent on the affair.
Says Seidel, “If this was a campaign event, Bevin couldn’t use state resources. If this was a religious event, Bevin couldn’t use state resources. Either way, it’s hard to imagine how this is not an abuse of power. We’re going to find out.”
Bevin has repeatedly used his public office to promote his personal religion. FFRF has previously written to him regarding his “Year of the Bible” proclamation; his ineffectual plan to use “prayer walks” to combat rising violence in Louisville; and his promotion of Bring Your Bible to School Day, in which Christian kids are encouraged to proselytize their non-Christian classmates.
FFRF says that it will make public whatever records it receives.
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