The Ohio Department of Correction violated the religious liberty rights of a Rastafarian prisoner by denying him the right to wear dreadlocks, according to a federal district court.
New Jersey’s City of Bayonne settled a lawsuit challenging its denial of a Muslim group’s zoning permit application, after attorneys warned the litigation would likely cost millions.
The Atlantic’s Emma Green reports on the difficulties faced by congregations attempting to assert their religious liberty rights under federal law after being denied building permits.
Mosque construction in Bensalem Township, PA can now proceed after lawsuits alleging religious discrimination for the denial of a zoning variance were settled.
A settlement agreement in a religious discrimination lawsuit brought by four inmates against the Idaho Department of Corrections shows the “courage…it takes to enforce constitutional rights.”
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.