The American Jewish Congress is suing the AmeriCorps program, claiming it sponsors the teaching of religion in sectarian schools. The lawsuit claims that AmeriCorps participants have taught religion in schools since 1999. AmeriCorps officials claim religion is taught only during time not used for the program.
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