I am writing in response to Jay Liechty, 3rd Congressional district candidate for the US House of Representatives (article--Metro--April 1, 1996.)

I would simply like to remind Mr. Liechty that atheism and secular humanism, being in the extreme minority of belief systems in the US, could not possibly be responsible for the current down trend in American morals, rising crime, and society's demands on Government.

Looking for a boogie man will not solve the very real human problems that society faces.

In a world where diverse ethnic, religious, class, and national groups are interdependent yet conflicting, we must strive to work together to create a world that allows for productive and meaningful lives and remains open to change and growth.

--Sandy Usry
Letter to the Editor
Published in the Deseret News
April 15, 1996