Sikh Sheriff's Deputy Remembered As Advocate for Religious Freedom
November 15, 2019
Sikh sheriff's deputy Sandeep Dhaliwal was a passionate advocate for religious freedom who helped strengthen the First Amendment for religious minorities.
Posts tagged "Religious Freedom"
Trump Administration Advances Proposal to Rescind Nondiscrimination Protections
November 20, 2019
A new proposal will allow faith-based adoption and foster care agencies to turn away same-sex couples, singles parents, and people who do not share the agencies' religious beliefs.
Minnesota Circuit Court Allows “Christian Beliefs” Case to Advance
October 15, 2019
A federal appeals court has revived a lawsuit initiated by a couple that challenges a law that they feel forces them to violate their "Christian beliefs."
Health and Human Services Department Passes Religious Conscience Rule
July 10, 2019
A new religious conscience rule promoted by President Trump purports to protect religious liberty, but critics view it as a means to discriminate.
Texas Passes “Save Chick-fil-A” Bill Despite Opposition by LGBTQ Advocates
June 6, 2019
Texas has passed the "Save Chick-fil-A" bill, as a response to San Antonio barring the chain from its airport due to its history of anti-LGBT animus.
A Supreme Opinion: Constitutionality of Non-Religion
December 14, 2018
The late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia gave his thoughts on the constitutionality of religion during a 2016 speech, and much debate ensued.
How Judge Kavanaugh Could Influence LGBTQ Rights
October 12, 2018
With at least four cases concerning LGBTQ rights headed to the Supreme Court, Justice Brett Kavanaugh will likely have a substantial influence.
Sixth Circuit Decides Influential Transgender Case
April 27, 2018
Recently, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals unanimously ruled that religious beliefs do not permit employers to discriminate against transgender employees, finding that a violation of Title VII.
Supreme Court Divided Over Cake Case
January 19, 2018
A bakery owner refused to make a cake for a same-sex couple due to his religious beliefs.
Satanic Religious Display at School Prompts Constitutional Debate
January 31, 2017
The Satanic religious display was put up in protest of the favoritism received by other religions.