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Italy Fights School Crucifix Ban (AJE)

Martin Surridge July 1, 2010 1 min read

The Italian government has begun its appeal against a decision by the European Court of Human Rights to ban crucifixes in school classrooms.

U.S. Supreme Court Education Establishment Clause Public Display

Holding: The European Court of Human Rights banned crucifixes in school classrooms, prompting Italy to appeal the decision.

Martin Surridge