Freedom of religion
Can Government Contractors Refuse Workers Based on Religious Beliefs?
The greatly expanded scope of the exemption means that it has the potential to bolster one aspect of religious freedom (for some) while undermining another.
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Are Religious People Really Ignorant About Religion?
The answer to that question depends entirely on what we think it means to know about religion.
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When Is a Religious Symbol Not a Religious Symbol?
The Supreme Court case that explores whether courts or government agencies are competent to adjudicate what is religious and what is not.
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The Fate of the Lemon Test: D.O.A. or Barely Surviving?
The Lemon test took several blows in the court’s decision in American Legion v. American Humanist Association, which upheld the constitutionality of a 32-foot high Latin cross.
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Bible Literacy or Bible Wars?
Yes, Mr. President, biblical literacy can be part of a public school education – if, and only if, schools are prepared to do it right under the First Amendment.
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On Religious Freedom Day: Religious Pluralism is our Strength
National Religious Freedom Day is celebrated every year on Jan. 16. It comes and goes with little fanfare. But 2019 might be a good year to start paying attention.
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Evangelical, Muslim, Jewish. It’s time we all renew our commitment to religious freedom.
Religious freedom can be a divisive issue, but it’s important. My group is renewing our commitment to the First Amendment, by signing this charter.
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First Amendment Report Card – Summer 2018
The First Amendment earns a B- grade in the First Amendment Center’s latest report card.
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First Amendment Earns a C+ on Winter 2018 Report Card
An antagonistic presidential administration caused the press freedom “grade” to suffer, while freedoms of speech and assembly saw slight improvement.
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Full 4th Circuit Invalidates Legislator-Led Prayer, Could Lead to Supreme Court Review
The 4th and 5th Circuits disagree on whether legislator-led prayers before public meetings violate the Establishment Clause.
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