For another perspective on the 501 (c) section of the tax code I recommend Kimberley Strassel’s recent book “The Intimidation Game.” Ms. Strassel describes the highly selective enforcement of 501 (c) (3) rules and deliberate targeting of political enemies by President Obama’s henchmen at the I.R.S. 

Another question ignored by this editorial is where to actually draw the line between church and state. As sanctimonious activists increasingly abuse the powers of government to dictate morality and cultural dilemmas it has become difficult to determine when churches are invading the political realm.