Americans United celebrates Christian Nationalist Ryan Walters’ resignation

Americans United for Separation of Church and State President and CEO Rachel Laser issued the following statement in response to Oklahoma Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters’ announcement that he is resigning to work at a private organization that opposes teachers unions:

“This is a win for Oklahomans. They’re better off without Walters. At every turn Ryan Walters abused the power of his government office as he attempted to impose his personal religious beliefs on Oklahoma school children. And time and again, he lost in court to Americans United, our local allies, and the brave parents, students, faith leaders, teachers and public education advocates who fought his Christian Nationalist agenda. Oklahomans deserve a superintendent who understands that the separation of church and state means families – not politicians – get to decide when and how children engage with religion. Americans United will continue to be a shield protecting the religious freedom of Oklahoma families and public school children.”