The 9th Circuit has ruled that religious colleges can continue to claim exemptions from Title IX, allowing gender-based discrimination in alignment with religious beliefs. The post 9th Circuit Upholds Religious Exemption to Title IX in LGBTQ+ Discrimination Case appeared first on ReligiousLiberty.TV / Founders\’ First Freedom® – News and Updates on Religious Liberty and Freedom.
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The Story of America’s Motto: “In God We Trust”
“In God We Trust” – these four simple words have become deeply ingrained in American culture, appearing on currency, government buildings, and even in some state mottos. But where did this phrase come from, and how did it become so The post The Story of America’s Motto: “In God We Trust” appeared first on ReligiousLiberty.TV…
The Story of America’s Motto: “In God We Trust”
“In God We Trust” – these four simple words have become deeply ingrained in American culture, appearing on currency, government buildings, and even in some state mottos. But where did this phrase come from, and how did it become so central to American identity? The origins of “In God We Trust” as a national motto…
The End of Chevron: Supreme Court Shifts Power Back to Courts, Congress and the People
The Supreme Court has overturned the Chevron Doctrine, shifting power from federal agencies back to the courts and Congress. This landmark decision reshapes the balance of U.S. governance and signals a major shift in administrative law. #SCOTUS #Chevron #Law #Politics The post The End of Chevron: Supreme Court Shifts Power Back to Courts, Congress and…
Religious Freedom or Christian Privilege? The Controversy Surrounding Project 2025
While critics decry it as a radical departure from church-state separation, a closer examination reveals a more nuanced approach that in some ways echoes mainstream political positions from the not-so-distant past.
The Seventh-day Adventist Church’s Legacy in Advocating for Religious Freedom
The Seventh-day Adventist Church has a long history of advocating for religious freedom, dating back to the mid-19th century. #ReligiousFreedom #SeventhDayAdventistChurch #IRLA #LibertyMagazine
Iowa Governor Signs Landmark Religious Freedom Restoration Act
In a significant advancement for religious liberty, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed Senate File 2095, the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA), into law on April 2, 2024. The legislation, celebrated at a Christian conservative event, aims to fortify the religious freedoms of Iowans against government interference.
Michigan Appeals Court Upholds Convictions of Abortion Protesters for Resisting Arrest and Trespassing
The Michigan Court of Appeals upheld the convictions of four anti-abortion protesters for resisting arrest, disturbing the peace, and trespassing at the Women’s Health Clinic in Flint. The defendants, who staged a “red rose rescue” protest, argued their actions were protected by their religious beliefs. However, the court ruled that passive resistance constitutes obstruction under Michigan law and maintained that the law was applied neutrally. The protesters were sentenced to 45 days in jail, highlighting the judiciary’s stance on the limits of religious and protest activities within legal boundaries.
California Lifeguard Sues Over Pride Flag Mandate: A Case of Religious Discrimination?
A veteran lifeguard in Los Angeles County, Jeffrey Little, has filed a lawsuit against the county, alleging religious discrimination. The case stems from an incident where Little removed LGBTQ+ Pride flags from his lifeguard tower, arguing that their presence contradicted his Christian beliefs.According to the lawsuit, Little claims he was subjected to a hostile work…
Indiana Court Weighs Rights of Transgender Students Against Teacher’s Religious Beliefs
The U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana found that the “last names only” accommodation presented an undue burden not overcome by Groff when it caused “substantial student harm, and an unreasonable risk of liability” while “sharply contradicting the school’s legally entitled mission to foster a supportive environment for all.”