“In large part, the guidance restates much settled law, though with a decided tilt toward concerns of free exercise, giving short shrift to the government’s duty to avoid ‘no establishment’ concerns. … “
Announcing the winners of BJC’s 2017 essay contest.
More than 4,000 faith leaders from all 50 states are calling on Congress to keep the Johnson Amendment, the part of the tax code that protects houses of worship and other tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations from being pressured by politicians for endorsements.
Promoting religious freedom for all around the world is a mission that has garnered broad bipartisan support.
Gutting potential enforcement of the “Johnson Amendment” gives candidates and campaign donors a green light to press churches for their endorsements and possibly their tax-deductible offerings, too.
While claiming to stand up for churches, the Court ignores their distinct nature as centers of religious exercise.
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.