Emily Turner, Case Western Reserve University – Ohio, $300
By Emily Turner
In a world where religion is considered the norm, the principle of “separation of church and state” has never been a reality. This is evident even today, as proven through recent decisions on women’s and LGBTQ rights. The government was never truly secular, but as the younger generation enters adulthood and the workforce, the future may be promising. Gen Z has more individuals who identify as religiously unaffiliated than any other generation, and this can change our world and shape the future.
