Comment: ‘No place for religion in public facilities”

Readers took their opinions to Howard County Patch sites this week, flocking most to stories about the program in Columbia, , a and a

: “There is no place for religion in public facilities. This is an open society, and we have no obligation to cater to any religious need.” – Phil Elliott

“I am so incredibly proud of my daughter Katlin, who tonight addressed Columbia Association's Board of Directors, thanking them for the thoughtful decision they made in choosing to approve the women-only swim times at the Wilde Lake Swim Center. 56 PATH people came out tonight in a show of support (It was a tight squeeze to all fit in that room).  It was a little curious though, there was NOT ONE PERSON who was there to oppose the idea.” – Amy Lamke

“Wonder how our troops in Afghanistan and Iraq will be celebrating their holidays? It just seems so wrong to be focusing on the crass and commercial when people are dying every day to protect our country.” - ChrisZ

“You are doing a great job putting Elkridge on the map. Elkridge is a great community with a small town feel. I hope the newcomers get involved to fight against the attitude that Elkridge should be a dumping ground for development and whatever else!! Elkridge has so much to offer except infrastructure and amenities. We need a community center, schools, better roads and a new library, not more development!!” – Concerned Elkridgean

“Justice needs to be served for Mr. Olagbaju. Motorists and pedestrians need to be protected from the driver that caused this mess.” – Earl