The Problem With Separating Church From State
Commentary
Some wit remarked a few days ago that former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, who has been revealed to have held several ministries simultaneously, should change his pronouns to the plural “they” and “them” after holding so many positions. It’s not a bad joke, as even his remaining fans would probably agree.
But little else in the saga is witty or kind. It also brings up a range of questions. Was anybody else present at this private swearing-in ceremony? Did the former prime minister pay himself multiple salaries? Did he act in any way treasonably or traitorously? Was he stepping in to stop a threat to national security? Was any real harm done?…