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Right-wing politics
fromAdvocate.com
4 months ago

The troubling anti-LGBTQ+ history of a conservative Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate

Brad Schimel indicates he may enforce a ban on same-sex marriage if Obergefell v. Hodges is overturned.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

US supreme court weighs efforts to exempt elementary schoolers from LGBTQ+ books

The US Supreme Court is reviewing a case where Maryland parents seek to keep children from LGBTQ+ storybooks, arguing it violates religious freedom.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | My School District Could Have Avoided This Supreme Court Case

The Supreme Court case questions if schools violate religious rights by including L.G.B.T.Q. topics in children's education.
LGBT
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Conservative Justices Seem Willing to Upend School District's LGBTQ-Inclusive Lessons

The Supreme Court hears arguments on parents' objections to LGBTQ-inclusive school curricula, highlighting tensions between religious rights and LGBTQ protections.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Justices Appeared Set to Allow Opt-Outs From L.G.B.T.Q. Stories

The Supreme Court may side with parents seeking to withdraw children from L.G.B.T.Q. themed classes.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

What are 'Religious Freedom' laws, and how are they used against LGBTQ+ people?

Religious freedom often infringes on LGBTQ+ rights, indicating a need for stronger protections.
The Religious Freedom Restoration Act creates legal grounds for religious exemptions that can harm marginalized communities.
Right-wing politics
fromAdvocate.com
4 months ago

The troubling anti-LGBTQ+ history of a conservative Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate

Brad Schimel indicates he may enforce a ban on same-sex marriage if Obergefell v. Hodges is overturned.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

US supreme court weighs efforts to exempt elementary schoolers from LGBTQ+ books

The US Supreme Court is reviewing a case where Maryland parents seek to keep children from LGBTQ+ storybooks, arguing it violates religious freedom.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | My School District Could Have Avoided This Supreme Court Case

The Supreme Court case questions if schools violate religious rights by including L.G.B.T.Q. topics in children's education.
LGBT
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Conservative Justices Seem Willing to Upend School District's LGBTQ-Inclusive Lessons

The Supreme Court hears arguments on parents' objections to LGBTQ-inclusive school curricula, highlighting tensions between religious rights and LGBTQ protections.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Justices Appeared Set to Allow Opt-Outs From L.G.B.T.Q. Stories

The Supreme Court may side with parents seeking to withdraw children from L.G.B.T.Q. themed classes.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

What are 'Religious Freedom' laws, and how are they used against LGBTQ+ people?

Religious freedom often infringes on LGBTQ+ rights, indicating a need for stronger protections.
The Religious Freedom Restoration Act creates legal grounds for religious exemptions that can harm marginalized communities.
more#lgbtq-rights
fromChristianpost
4 days ago

NY pays $225K to end legal battle with Christian photographer over same-sex weddings

Under the terms of the agreement, the defendants will pay $225,000 in attorney's fees stemming from the litigation first filed by Carpenter in 2021.
US politics
#human-rights
more#human-rights
#supreme-court
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 months ago

Is a faith-based charter school a threat to religious freedom, or a necessity to uphold it? The weighty decision lies with the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court is deliberating on Oklahoma's first faith-based charter school, balancing First Amendment rights and public funding implications.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Supreme Court tie vote dooms taxpayer funded Catholic charter school

The Supreme Court's tie on a Catholic charter school case leaves critical issues unresolved nationally.
Right-wing politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Is This the End of the Separation of Church and State?

The separation of church and state is increasingly blurred, illustrated by the Supreme Court's ruling favoring religious institutions in funding disputes.
Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Supreme Court Wrestles With Challenge to Affordable Care Act Over Free Preventive Care

The Supreme Court is divided over the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act's mandate for free preventive care.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Supreme Court signals support for parents who object to LGBTQ books in Maryland school system

Supreme Court likely to favor parents' rights to opt children out of LGBTQ-themed lessons, citing First Amendment concerns.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 months ago

Is a faith-based charter school a threat to religious freedom, or a necessity to uphold it? The weighty decision lies with the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court is deliberating on Oklahoma's first faith-based charter school, balancing First Amendment rights and public funding implications.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Supreme Court tie vote dooms taxpayer funded Catholic charter school

The Supreme Court's tie on a Catholic charter school case leaves critical issues unresolved nationally.
Right-wing politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Is This the End of the Separation of Church and State?

The separation of church and state is increasingly blurred, illustrated by the Supreme Court's ruling favoring religious institutions in funding disputes.
Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Supreme Court Wrestles With Challenge to Affordable Care Act Over Free Preventive Care

The Supreme Court is divided over the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act's mandate for free preventive care.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Supreme Court signals support for parents who object to LGBTQ books in Maryland school system

Supreme Court likely to favor parents' rights to opt children out of LGBTQ-themed lessons, citing First Amendment concerns.
more#supreme-court
#trump-administration
Washington DC
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Judge blocks Trump immigration policy allowing arrests in churches for some religious groups

A federal judge has blocked immigration enforcement in houses of worship, citing potential violations of religious freedom amid a legal challenge.
The ruling impacts various religious groups opposing the Trump administration's immigration policies.
Washington DC
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 months ago

Judge blocks Trump immigration policy allowing arrests in churches for some religious groups

Immigration enforcement at houses of worship could violate religious freedom, leading to a preliminary injunction blocking such actions during ongoing legal challenges.
Social justice
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Judge Blocks Trump Adminstartion's Unlawful and Harmful' Immigration Raids at Houses of Worship

A federal judge ruled against immigration raids at houses of worship, affirming religious liberties for groups like Sikhs, Quakers, and Baptists.
Social justice
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Judge Blocks Immigration Raids in Certain Places of Worship

A federal judge temporarily halted immigration enforcement near places of worship, echoing concerns about the Trump administration's policy shift.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

The Battle of Theologies in the Age of Trump

Mike Johnson's claim of Christian persecution contrasts sharply with historical and current realities.
Trump's administration faces criticism for its policies affecting the vulnerable and disadvantaged.
Black Lives Matter
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

First Amendment lawsuit targets immigration detentions in places of worship

Churches are suing the Trump administration over immigration enforcement in places of worship, claiming it violates their First Amendment rights.
Washington DC
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Judge blocks Trump immigration policy allowing arrests in churches for some religious groups

A federal judge has blocked immigration enforcement in houses of worship, citing potential violations of religious freedom amid a legal challenge.
The ruling impacts various religious groups opposing the Trump administration's immigration policies.
Washington DC
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 months ago

Judge blocks Trump immigration policy allowing arrests in churches for some religious groups

Immigration enforcement at houses of worship could violate religious freedom, leading to a preliminary injunction blocking such actions during ongoing legal challenges.
Social justice
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Judge Blocks Trump Adminstartion's Unlawful and Harmful' Immigration Raids at Houses of Worship

A federal judge ruled against immigration raids at houses of worship, affirming religious liberties for groups like Sikhs, Quakers, and Baptists.
Social justice
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Judge Blocks Immigration Raids in Certain Places of Worship

A federal judge temporarily halted immigration enforcement near places of worship, echoing concerns about the Trump administration's policy shift.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

The Battle of Theologies in the Age of Trump

Mike Johnson's claim of Christian persecution contrasts sharply with historical and current realities.
Trump's administration faces criticism for its policies affecting the vulnerable and disadvantaged.
Black Lives Matter
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

First Amendment lawsuit targets immigration detentions in places of worship

Churches are suing the Trump administration over immigration enforcement in places of worship, claiming it violates their First Amendment rights.
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#transgender-rights
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#legal-issues
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#first-amendment
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#civil-rights
NYC LGBT
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Yeshiva University Recognizes L.G.B.T.Q. Club After Lengthy Battle

Yeshiva University will officially recognize an L.G.B.T.Q. club after years of legal disputes, marking a significant change in its policy.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

NY's Amish communities, vaccinations and the battle for the 'greater good'

New York's Amish community battles public health laws that challenge their religious rights, especially concerning vaccine mandates.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Yeshiva University Recognizes L.G.B.T.Q. Club After Lengthy Battle

Yeshiva University will officially recognize an L.G.B.T.Q. club after years of legal disputes, marking a significant change in its policy.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

NY's Amish communities, vaccinations and the battle for the 'greater good'

New York's Amish community battles public health laws that challenge their religious rights, especially concerning vaccine mandates.
more#civil-rights
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Host Confronts Marjorie Taylor Greene For Posting Image of Statue of Liberty in a Burqa: What Did You Mean By That?'

A Muslim takeover... is a great threat to every single American woman and I think that's something all women should never want or allow to happen in America.
US politics
fromianVisits
1 month ago

The London Buzz - 26th June 2025

Cyclists riding through the Greenwich Foot Tunnel could face "substantial" fines if an agreement can be reached with Tower Hamlets, Greenwich councillors have been told.
London politics
#ten-commandments
more#ten-commandments
#hijab
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

Winnipeg Muslim woman felt 'humiliated' when forced to remove hijab in Toronto airport | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

Winnipeg Muslim woman felt 'humiliated' when forced to remove hijab in Toronto airport | CBC News

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#vandalism
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Homeless man, 49, leaves trail of destruction in spree targeting NYC Buddhist, Taoist temples: cops

A man vandalized multiple Buddhist and Taoist temples in Lower Manhattan, leading to hate crime charges.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Paris probes antisemitic vandalism targeting synagogues and a Holocaust memorial

Paris authorities investigate vandalism at Jewish sites, highlighting increasing tensions ahead of the Shavuot holiday.
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Homeless man, 49, leaves trail of destruction in spree targeting NYC Buddhist, Taoist temples: cops

A man vandalized multiple Buddhist and Taoist temples in Lower Manhattan, leading to hate crime charges.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Paris probes antisemitic vandalism targeting synagogues and a Holocaust memorial

Paris authorities investigate vandalism at Jewish sites, highlighting increasing tensions ahead of the Shavuot holiday.
more#vandalism
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

Bilingual, Educated, Qualified-and Still Not Welcome in Quebec | The Walrus

Bill 21 limits religious symbols for certain public servants, impacting individuals like Nour Farhat who wear hijabs and oppose the law's implications.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

FBI to probe claims of 'targeted violence' against religious groups after evangelicals' protest in Seattle

FBI's Deputy Director Dan Bongino calls for an investigation into targeted violence against religious groups after counter-protests in Seattle.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Denmark: Trial for Quran burning kicks off in Bornholm DW 05/08/2025

The trial beginning this Friday marks the first instance of two individuals facing charges under Denmark's new law against the "inappropriate treatment" of religious scriptures.
Germany news
#catholic-church
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Catholic Church vows to excommunicate priests who follow new Washington state law requiring them report confessions to cops

The Catholic Church will excommunicate priests who report child abuse heard in confession due to a new Washington state law.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago
Right-wing politics

No freedom of movement, supervised sermons and no prayers for Nicaragua: How the Ortega-Murillo regime controls its priests

Washington DC
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Catholic Church vows to excommunicate priests who follow new Washington state law requiring them report confessions to cops

The Catholic Church will excommunicate priests who report child abuse heard in confession due to a new Washington state law.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago
Right-wing politics

No freedom of movement, supervised sermons and no prayers for Nicaragua: How the Ortega-Murillo regime controls its priests

more#catholic-church
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Kim Davis, who denied same-sex couples marriage licenses, will appeal case to Supreme Court

Kim Davis continues to appeal her refusal to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples, now seeking a ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court.
#secularism
France politics
fromeuronews
5 months ago

French lawmakers debate ban on religious clothing in sports

The proposed ban on religious clothing in sports has sparked controversy over its potential to disproportionately affect Muslim women.
Europe politics
fromeuronews
2 months ago

How European countries see religious symbols in public office

Berlin's proposal to abolish its Neutrality Act reignites debates on religious freedom and secularism in public life.
France politics
fromeuronews
5 months ago

French lawmakers debate ban on religious clothing in sports

The proposed ban on religious clothing in sports has sparked controversy over its potential to disproportionately affect Muslim women.
Europe politics
fromeuronews
2 months ago

How European countries see religious symbols in public office

Berlin's proposal to abolish its Neutrality Act reignites debates on religious freedom and secularism in public life.
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#islamophobia
France news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Italian police arrest French suspect in anti-Muslim' mosque murder

Islamophobic stabbing in France condemned as hate crime; suspect arrested in Italy.
French authorities emphasize the need to combat religious hatred.
France news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Italian police arrest French suspect in anti-Muslim' mosque murder

Islamophobic stabbing in France condemned as hate crime; suspect arrested in Italy.
French authorities emphasize the need to combat religious hatred.
more#islamophobia
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

S.C. attorney general tells state's capital city to drop its conversion therapy ban

South Carolina's attorney general seeks to overturn Columbia's ban on conversion therapy, citing violations of state law and religious rights for counselors.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

JD Vance had exchange of opinions' with senior cardinal, Vatican says

The US Vice President discussed international conflicts and immigration with Vatican officials, amid concerns over administration policies.
#unification-church
Non-profit organizations
fromFast Company
4 months ago

Japanese court orders the Unification Church to be dissolved

The Unification Church in Japan has been ordered to dissolve due to serious accusations of manipulative practices and links to the assassination of Shinzo Abe.
Non-profit organizations
fromFast Company
4 months ago

Japanese court orders the Unification Church to be dissolved

The Unification Church in Japan has been ordered to dissolve due to serious accusations of manipulative practices and links to the assassination of Shinzo Abe.
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US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

These churches offer shelter and sanctuary to vulnerable migrants. Here's why

Rev. Jim Rigby is preparing for potential immigration raids on his church, highlighting the impact of policy changes on religious freedom and asylum seekers.
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 months ago

U.S. Department of Justice backs Christian church suing California city

The City Council's consistent denial of Anchor Stone's application is seen as a violation of their rights under RLUIPA, undermining religious assembly rights.
Los Angeles
US politics
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Donald Trump says 'I love the Irish' as Taoiseach Micheal Martin presents him with bowl of shamrock in White House

The Burke family protests against perceived religious freedom violations in Ireland.
Right-wing politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

I was debanked by JPMorgan Chase - but fought back to win fiscal freedom

The abrupt cancellation of the NCRF's bank account by JPMorgan Chase raises concerns about financial discrimination and lack of transparency.
Europe news
fromConsequence
4 months ago

Behemoth's Nergal acquitted of "offending religious feelings" for penis crucifix

Nergal wins appeal against charges of offending religious feelings in Poland related to a sex-toy crucifix sculpture.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Middle East: Hamas threatens to kill hostages if war resumes DW 03/07/2025

Israel allows limited access to Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan for specific groups while ensuring no restrictions on Israeli citizens.
NYC parents
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago

Hackney's Orthodox Jewish community up in arms about dictatorial' schools bill

Concern over state intervention threatens religious freedom in Hackney's Orthodox Jewish community regarding the new Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill.
Canada news
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

This Christian Convert Fled Iran, and Ran Into Trump's Deportation Policy.

Artemis Ghasemzadeh's conversion to Christianity from Islam under Iranian law highlights the dangers of religious freedom.
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