American politics are chaotic these days. But if you want a glimpse into the future, take a look at the Supreme Court decision handed down at the stroke of midnight on Thanksgiving day.
Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn v. Cuomo blocked New York State from enforcing capricious restrictions on houses of worship. Nearly all the justices agreed that these restrictions were unjustified by public health concerns. What's most remarkable about the decision isn't its commitment to the Constitution, but rather the identity of the plaintiffs: traditional Christians joined Orthodox Jews - with an assist from the Muslim community - to uphold America's core commitment to religious freedom.
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