Laus Deo

“Laus Deo.” This is a Latin phrase meaning “Praise be to God.” Why is this on a website that tries to be fair?
The Washington Monument is 555 feet, 5.125 inches high. At its peak on the aluminum cap is the phrase “Laus Deo.”
In an era where freedom from religion tends to be the more politically correct view, I find it ironic the the phrase “Praise be to God” can be seen from any point in our Nations Capital.