Original vintage glossy 8 x 10 AP wirephoto of President John F. Kennedy behind the presidential podium at a news conference on June 27, 1962, discussing the "Supreme Court decision banning official prayers in public schools." The caption notes that Kennedy said the decision would give "American families an opportunity to do more praying with their children at home." In fine condition, with trivial creases to corner tips.
On June 25, 1962, the United States Supreme Court ruled in the case Engel v. Vitale, holding that state-sponsored prayer in public schools is unconstitutional. This landmark decision established the separation of church and state in public schools.
