University of Arkansas begins displaying Ten Commandments across campus

The University of Arkansas has begun displaying Ten Commandments posters in compliance with a new Arkansas law requiring such displays in public education. This initiative follows the passage of Act 573, which mandates that every public classroom in the state display the Ten Commandments. Counteract USA, a Christian nonprofit, donated 500 posters to the university to support this law. Critics, including Chris Sweeney from the Freedom From Religion Foundation, contend that the law violates constitutional principles and is coercive for nonreligious students. The organization is preparing legal challenges with the American Civil Liberties Union to contest the law's validity.

Supporters, including Abigail DeJarnatt, emphasize the law's intent to remind students of moral values. Student opinions vary, with some expressing support for the initiative while others criticize the use of public funds for religious displays. Under Act 573, schools are instructed to display the Ten Commandments through donations or voluntary contributions.