City of Elkhart v. Books — Rehnquist, J., dissenting

Summary

Justice Rehnquist, dissenting, argues that the Ten Commandments monument on Elkhart’s municipal lawn has a genuine secular purpose and effect, reflecting the historical and legal heritage of the community, and therefore should not be struck down under the Establishment Clause. He would grant certiorari to resolve whether such a long‑standing monument must be removed.