Law enforcement officers at the Kansas Capitol detained Michael Stewart, president of the Satanic Grotto organization, for violating a permit that limited protests to the exterior of the building. This led to clashes between satanists and Catholics during a contentious event that challenged the boundaries of free speech and the separation of church and state. Stewart attempted to conduct a black mass inside the Capitol, but was arrested for trespassing. The event also saw physical altercations between supporters from both sides, leading to the arrest of multiple individuals. Catholics conducted a counter-protest against Satanic Grotto’s presence, with Archbishop Joseph Naumann leading prayers and mass in response to the perceived religious persecution. Other voices in the crowd expressed their views on the importance of maintaining the separation of church and state and defending Christianity. The event highlighted the tensions and differing perspectives on religious freedom and expression in a public space, sparking debate and controversy.
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