LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A Chicago-based group will set up a Nativity scene inside the Nebraska Capitol this week, drawing criticism from those who say such displays amount to an unconstitutional endorsement by the state of a religion.

Capitol administrator Bob Ripley said the Thomas More Society applied and received permission to set up the display in the building’s rotunda.

The nonprofit’s president and chief attorney said in a news release the display in a state building represents constitutionally protected free speech and expression of religious faith by residents in a public forum.

State Sen. Ernie Chambers said he thinks the display pushes a particular religious view.

The Thomas More Society has provided legal counsel for placing Nativity scenes in public places in 21 states.