Only one major political leader, Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura, is not issuing an official Proclamation on behalf of this event. This is the third year in a row where Ventura has resisted religious pressure to sanction the National Day of Prayer. Ventura is blunt in his support for the separation of church and state, and says that government should represent ALL people, not just organized religion!

Once again, we are urging you to express your support for Gov. Ventura. Here's how you can help:

* PHONE THE GOVERNOR'S OFFICE and express your appreciation for his principled stand on behalf of the First Amendment! Thank him for refusing to issue an official Proclamation on behalf of the National Day of Prayer. (651) 296-3391 or (800) 657-3717

* SEND A "SNAIL MAIL" OR FAX TO THE GOVERNOR

Governor Jesse Ventura
130 State Capitol
75 Constitution Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55155

fax: (651) 296-2089

* VISIT THE GOVERNOR'S WEB SITE, AND POST YOUR COMMENT VIA E-MAIL.

TIPS ON CONTACTING THE GOVERNOR

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* If you are sending a fax, e-mail or snail mail letter, make your remarks brief and to the point. Thank Jesse Ventura for representing ALL citizens, not just those who want to be seen praying in public. Congratulate him for taking a stand on behalf of the separation of church and state!

* Provide your full name, snail mail address, and (optional) your phone number and/or e-mail address. If mailing or faxing a letter, sign your name.

Let's show our support for the one governor in the entire United States who unequivocally stands by the First Amendment and the separation of government and religion!

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