Finding Salvation in the Ballot Box?
This issue of A Public Witness looks at recent and dangerous efforts from Donald Trump, Michael Flynn, Charlie Kirk, and others to define religious adherence by partisanship.
A Year After Deadly Nashville Shooting, Christian School Relies on Faith — And Adopted Dogs
In the wake of gun violence that left three adults and three children dead, the students and their families have formed tight bonds out of their shared suffering.
Threats to Catholic Charities Staffers Increase Amid Far-Right Anti-Migrant Campaign
Catholic Charities locations have become the target of far-right media personalities, conspiracy theorists, and even members of Congress.
God’s Will … On Unemployment Taxes?
This issue of A Public Witness digs into the hotly debated 'render therefore unto Caesar' Bible verse to consider its usage in a recent notable legal opinion.
Poll: Most Americans Say Religion’s Influence Is Waning, and Half Think That’s Bad
There is also growing concern among an array of religious Americans that their beliefs are in conflict with mainstream American culture.
Vote for Me, I’m a Christian
This issue of A Public Witness unpacks a recent faith-based political ad from Josh Hawley to consider what it tells us more broadly about the state of the 2024 election cycle.
American Bible Society to Shutter $60 Million Faith and Liberty Discovery Center
Located on Independence Mall in Philadelphia, the Bible museum was open less than three years and failed to attract large numbers of visitors.
A Wisconsin Ruling on Catholic Charities Raises the Bar for Religious Tax Exemptions
U.S. religious institutions enjoy tax exemptions, most notably from property taxes. Debate has raged for decades over whether the exemptions are fair.
Poll Shows Slight Dip in US Support for LGBTQ Rights Across Religious Groups
A strong majority of Americans, and majorities of many religious groups, still broadly support LGBTQ rights.
Texas Judge Temporarily Blocks Attempt to Shut Down Annunciation House
Catholics, including El Paso Bishop Mark Seitz, have rallied around the volunteer-run network of migrant shelters, describing Ken Paxton’s legal actions as violating religious freedom.