WASHINGTON (AP) — More than 200 people have complained to Metro about an ad campaign that questions believing in God. One person praised the campaign.
The ads by the American Humanist Association first appeared on buses two weeks ago and inside buses on Monday. They say, "Why believe in a god? Just be good for goodness' sake."
Metro spokeswoman Candace Smith said the ads have sparked more complaints than usual.
"As a public agency, Metro must observe the First Amendment with respect to the acceptance of commercial advertising," Smith said. "Although we understand that feelings and perceptions...
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