Reforming the Bench: Noble Intentions, Constitutional Quandaries
Setting aside the wisdom of reinventing the Supreme Court, the political feasibility of enacting these reforms is dubious.
Chronological & Subject Repository
Category: Legal Issues
August 2024
July 2024
Courts in Kansas and Florida Challenge Biden Title IX Interpretation
The Kansas and Florida rulings challenge the Biden administration's Title IX policies on gender identity inclusion.
June 2024
Balancing Faith and Public Health: The Ninth Circuit’s Ruling in Bacon v. Woodward on Vaccine Mandates and Religious Exemptions
The primary issue in Bacon v. Woodward concerns whether the City of Spokane’s implementation of Washington Governor Jay Inslee’s COVID-19 Proclamation, which required state…
No Clear Verdict: Supreme Court Sidesteps Social Media Censorship Battle
If the government gains more leverage over platform speech, it might restrict religious expression deemed harmful, even if the platforms themselves would allow it.
The Challenge of Non-Religious Moral Beliefs in the Workplace
Recent debates on employers firing employees for advocacy, such as anti-Israel views, highlight a critical question: Can an employee be dismissed for expressing deeply…
Mandated Display of Ten Commandments: Does It Miss the Gospel’s Heart?
Debate on displaying the Ten Commandments highlights the contrast between legalism and the gospel. True faith focuses on grace, transformation, and relationship.
Louisiana’s Ten Commandments Law: A Closer Look
Louisiana law now requires the Ten Commandments in public schools, raising theological and constitutional questions. Governor John Bel Edwards defends it, anticipating legal challenges.
A Festive Fight: 9th Circuit Rules on HOA’s Christmas Conflict
A Christmas display sparks legal battle over religious freedom. The Ninth Circuit partially reverses ruling against festive homeowners.
Sixth Circuit Upholds Injunction Against Biden Administration Expansion of Title IX
The Sixth Circuit has upheld a preliminary injunction against the U.S. Department of Education's (DOE) efforts to broaden the scope of Title IX protections…
Navigating the Johnson Amendment: Impacts on Non-Profit Advocacy
The Johnson Amendment prohibits 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations, including churches, from endorsing or opposing political candidates. While it aims to preserve the integrity of charitable…