How an Upstart Conservative Group Is Taking Christian Nationalist Politics Local
Meet the group critics call ‘Moms for Liberty in suits.’
Court Sides With Amish Families in Case That Pits Septic Tank Rules Against Religious Beliefs
A three-judge panel ruled that the government “failed to demonstrate a compelling state interest” to justify overriding the religious freedom of the Amish families that challenged state regulations governing the disposal of gray water.
Geneva College Soccer Coach Fired After Expressing Support for LGBTQ People
In early April, Kelsey Morrison posted two messages to her Instagram page: ‘Queer people offer precious gifts to the church: Don't miss out’ and ‘Jesus is radically inclusive.’
Disremembering the Past
This issue of A Public Witness visits universities that are honoring those enslaved by their founders with major memorials in prominent locations in order to provide a guide for Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Al Mohler, and others to think more seriously about what it means
Josh Hawley Tweets Fake Quote About US Founding, Sparking Allegations of Christian Nationalism
The quote, which was falsely attributed to Patrick Henry, originated in a 1956 edition of a magazine known for espousing antisemitic and white nationalist beliefs.
‘The Devil Is Going To Be in the Details’ of Public School Bible Courses in Missouri
A Missouri bill could encourage more public schools to teach the Bible. But designing a course that respects students’ First Amendment rights can be tricky.
Rev. Amos Brown, Vice Chair of California’s Reparations Task Force, Calls for Action
Rev. Amos C. Brown is a civil rights veteran and onetime student of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Now, the 82-year-old senior pastor of San Francisco’s Third Baptist Church is vice chair of California’s Task Force to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans.
The Supreme Court Rules for a Designer Who Doesn’t Want To Make Wedding Websites for Gay Couples
In a defeat for gay rights, the Supreme Court’s conservative majority ruled Friday that a Christian graphic artist who wants to design wedding websites can refuse to work with same-sex couples.
Supreme Court Solidifies Protections for Workers Who Ask for Religious Accommodations
The Supreme Court on Thursday used the case of a Christian mailman who didn’t want to work Sundays to solidify protections for workers who ask for religious accommodations.
Arizona’s Oak Flat Is Sacred Land to Some Native Americans, but It’s Endangered by a Plan for a Mine
A religiously diverse coalition — Christian, Muslim, Sikh, and other Native American groups — has backed the Apache Stronghold by filing amicus briefs.