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I don't know why you keep comparing healthcare workers to these ppl These ppl are on the fringe. This isn't the norm for most.
Also its not freedom of religion that is the issue. That's irrelevant. Its ppl claiming its their religious belief that they not be medically treated that's the issue.
Many ppl have declined medical treatment due to religious belief. Telling them they have to would be infringing on their rights.
Claiming taking the vaccine is protecting the public and that it supersedes a person's right to decline medical treatment based on religious reasons would be a matter for a judge or jury. Especially when you consider how vaccines work. Put that on trial and a zealous lawyer will have a field day.
Religious people by law aren't even allowed to deny medical care for their children on religious grounds. The theme here is you aren't allowed to use your religious beliefs to put others in danger. No one is stopping them from working elsewhere with more lax requirements.
I hate playing the slippery slope argument but where do we draw the line with religious freedom. I can easily make up a religion right now. Should I ask for extra privileges that put others in harms way?