Mr. Bushaw, I agree with your expectations for the county, while at the same time understanding the history that influenced the Lee County responder (Dec. 29 letter).

We’ve evolved into a new period that requires a disclaimer. Perhaps the county should post a notice that covers and qualifies all privately sponsored displays and events. The county ought not ignore the law.

Your slavery analogy limps, but I think you know that. Also, personal beliefs of the Founders weren’t the reason for which they led in the establishment of a nation for which one characteristic is freedom of religion; two separate realities.