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Parents Suing LA District Request Anonymity After Death Threats from Christians Read More »

There’s an ongoing lawsuit against Louisiana’s Bossier Parish School Board and Superintendent Scott Smith, filed by Americans United for Separation of Church and State, claiming that the District has violated the Constitution in a number of different ways. For example, Smith mandated that all football players stand during the National Anthem, preventing any form of a peaceful protest.

House panel gives blessing to ‘God enriches’ bill

House panel gives blessing to ‘God enriches’ bill Read More »

Saying it just translates a Latin word already in the state motto, a House panel voted Monday to let schools literally put the word “God” into classrooms – as long as it’s connected to the word “enriches.” Existing Arizona law says teachers and administrators may read or post a variety of things in any classroom.

Kentucky Governor: Kim Davis is an “Inspiration” for Breaking the Law for Jesus

Kentucky Governor: Kim Davis is an “Inspiration” for Breaking the Law for Jesus Read More »

In a promotional video for Christian bigot Kim Davis‘ new book, all about how she refused to grant legal marriage licenses to same-sex couples in Kentucky, Governor Matt Bevin praised her activism, calling her an “inspiration” to children and public servants everywhere. “Against all the scorn, all the enmity, all the vitriol, all the nastiness, she stood firm,” Bevin said. “I

Religious ‘nones’ could shake up American politics — but many roadblocks stand in their way

Religious ‘nones’ could shake up American politics — but many roadblocks stand in their way Read More »

In 2016, religiously unaffiliated Americans, or “nones,” represented 21 percent of registered voters, one percentage point more than white evangelical Christians. However, they only accounted for 15 percent of actual voters, according to Pew Research Center and national exit polls. Secular activists see the gap between these two figures as a call to action for 2018 and beyond.

What Medical Aid In Dying Means to Me

What Medical Aid In Dying Means to Me Read More »

When I am faced with an incurable condition and am of sound mind, I, along with a clear majority of Hawaii residents, want to have access to life-ending medications, whether I choose to use them or not. In medical ethics, this choice is based on the principle of autonomy. With a six-month prognosis, I already

West Virginia House opposes constitutional abortion rights

West Virginia House opposes constitutional abortion rights Read More »

West Virginia lawmakers say the main goal of a constitutional amendment they are proposing is to end Medicaid funding for abortions — but opponents say the change could lead to a future ban on abortions altogether. The House on Monday voted 73-25 to pass the resolution, which was approved by the Senate a month ago

Battle Between HHS And Christian College Comes To Dramatic End

Battle Between HHS And Christian College Comes To Dramatic End Read More »

A district court has granted a permanent injunction for a U.S. college, saying that it has unending protection from a Department of Health and Human Services mandate, marking a major shift in the health policy landscape. The “contraceptive mandate” imposed under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires companies and universities to provide contraception in their health plans. While

Don’t weaken the ban on politics in the pulpit

Don’t weaken the ban on politics in the pulpit Read More »

One of President Trump’s favorite bad ideas — making it easier for churches to endorse political candidates — is back. Among several so-called policy riders that Republicans hope to smuggle into an omnibus spending bill is a measure that would weaken the Johnson Amendment, which has been part of the Internal Revenue Code for more

Pastor Preaching to OK State Senate Blames School Shooting on Gay Marriage