A bill proposed in the Indiana Senate would require “In God We Trust” to be posted in every school classroom. From a church-state perspective, that may be the least controversial provision.
The Constitution stands for no principle more strongly than this: one’s religious beliefs and religious association have no bearing on qualifications for public service.
In an editorial, the LATimes argues that the practice of opening government meetings with prayer “marginalizes religious minorities and blurs the distinction between church and state.
A Jewish congregation in Clifton, New Jersey reached a $2.5 million settlement with the city for damages caused by ten years of needless and discriminatory delays in their bid to build a new synagogue.
Refusing to dismiss his new claims against Colorado officials for “unconstitutional bullying,” a judge has ruled that cakemaker Jack Phillips has provided sufficient proof of religious hostility.
I posted earlier my top ten religious liberty stories of 2018. But the new year is about looking forward, so here are some of the stories I am watching and waiting for in 2019.
Faith.
Freedom.
For All.
The targeting of religious minorities.
The rise of Christian nationalism.
The politicization of houses of worship.
BJC brings people together to tackle today’s serious threats to religious liberty.
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Faith.
Freedom.
For All.
The targeting of religious minorities.
The rise of Christian nationalism.
The politicization of houses of worship.
BJC brings people together to tackle today’s serious threats to religious liberty.