Freedom From Religion Foundations Attacks Auburn University over Football Chaplain

The Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF) filed a letter to Auburn University president Jay Gogue Tuesday detailing its request. The letter includes concerns related to Rev. Chette Williams' presence within the football program, which the organization believes leads to the failure to "properly protect your student athletes' rights of conscience and pose(s) a high degree risk of discrimination" for those falling outside of certain religious groups.

"This public university grants him special privileges and unrestricted access because he is a Christian clergyman," according to a report released by the organization Wednesday.

Auburn University released a short statement Thursday.

"Chaplains are common in many public institutions, including the US Congress. The football team chaplain isn't an Auburn employee, and participation in activities he leads are voluntary."


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