WASHINGTON - — Countering Republicans who propose a school prayer amendment, President Clinton said on Wednesday the First Amendment to the Constitution provides ample room for students to pray and practice religion in the nation's public schools. . ..…

The Education Department guidelines would include a newly compiled list of religious practices that schools may permit without violating the Constitution and related court interpretations. . . . . . Clinton said current law provides ample room for students to pray and practice religion in..…