The Secular Coalition for America (SCA), along with its 20 coalition partners, has submitted a letter to Senators John Thune and Charles Schumer, in opposition to the nomination of Russell Vought to be director of the Office of Management and Budget (OBM). Vought supports the influence of Christian nationalism in our government, believes our nation …
The Secular Coalition for America (SCA), along with its 20 coalition partners, has submitted a letter to Senators John Thune and Charles Schumer, urging them to reject Pete Hegseth’s nomination as Secretary of Defense. Based on his strong authoritarian tendencies, Christian nationalist views, and significant lack of relevant experience, the SCA asserts that Hegseth is …
Friday was the first day of the new Congress. Every Senator and House member gets sworn in and both parties elect their party leaders. It was a little more dramatic than usual for the House Republicans but Mike Johnson kept the worst job in Washington: House Speaker with a tiny majority. He and President-elect Trump had to …
There is much debate in the modern age over the United States’ spiritual origins. Specifically, whether we were created as a Christian nation or a secular one. One of the most common arguments in favor of the Christian origin is that the founding fathers were Christian, so of course they would create a Christian nation. …
From the Intern Desk: What the Founding Fathers Did and Didn’t Believe Read More »
Much of the activity on Capitol Hill right now centers on who will hold what leadership positions in the House and Senate and the progress or lack of it by the controversial nominees for cabinet posts who need Senate confirmation. Because Robert Kennedy hasn’t started doing his meetings/interviews with Senators yet, Pete Hegseth has been …
Heretic on the Hill: The Unqualifiedness is the Point Read More »
“I’m tired of living through historic events.” It’s a sentiment that resonates deeply during this time. In the past four years of American history, we’ve navigated a global pandemic, witnessed the overturn of Roe v Wade, and faced the growing rise of Christian nationalism in our government. Now, with the re-election of a president …
We’re Living Through a Historic Time – Now What do we do About It? Read More »
Thanks to the hundreds of people who used our Action Alert last week to ask their House members to oppose the Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act which contains a provision that could be used to target nonprofits that might have occasion to criticize the President. The Secretary of the Treasury could designate any …
Heretic on the Hill: Getting Ready For 2025 (the year not the Project) Read More »
It turns out the election wasn’t rigged after all. Apparently Democrats can’t do anything right. Looking at the popular vote, Trump improved from 47 percent in 2020 to (when California finishes counting), 50 percent. Three people out of 100 changed from a blue shirt to a red shirt because, apparently in most cases, their economic situation is worse …
Heretic on the Hill: I’m Mr. Brightside, Sort Of Read More »
In a pivotal moment for our nation, we find ourselves facing the growing influence of Christian nationalism in American politics. Yesterday’s election has spotlighted the increasing threats to religious freedom, equality, and the separation of church and state—values that are foundational to our democracy. Now more than ever, we need to stand together to ensure …
Stand with Us Against the Rising Tide of Christian Nationalism Read More »
Imagine two people are crouched at the beginning of a track, ready to race. The starting pistol fires and they both take off. They each have an individual desire to win, but in this race only one of them has an additional driving force causing them to run faster: an angry bear. Who do you …
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