Lawmakers disagree over religion's place in politics

Every Thursday morning on Capitol Hill, before the frenzy of heated debates and rising tempers comes to a boil on the floor of Congress, about 50 Democrats and Republicans shuffle into a small meeting room to share what they have in common.

The opportunity to pray together to a common God allows some Congressmen to strengthen their beliefs and their faith in one another, said Rep. Jim DeMint, R-S.C., who will not name a tie to a particular religion, but only will say he is a follower of Jesus.

"It creates some civility," he said. "If America could see that I think they would feel better (about politics)."
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