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LGBT Rights Take a Backseat to Religious Freedom in White House

August 10th, 2017

President Trump’s nominee for “Religious Freedom Ambassador” is causing extreme consternation among the LGBT community and its advocates. The president’s pick is Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback, a man who critics say poses a distinct threat to LGBT rights. I

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Faith Leaders Speak out on Transgender Military Ban

August 8th, 2017

The recent decision by President Trump to ban all transgender people from the military caused quite the stir. Social media immediately lit up with passionate responses on both sides of the issue. Supporters of the ban were thrilled that the president made such

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On the Chopping Block: Christian Refugees at Risk of Deportation

July 17th, 2017

In Iraq, Egypt, and other countries around the region, Christians are being persecuted at frighteningly high rates, and President Trump is deporting Christian Iraqis in record numbers to a dangerous homeland.

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Church of England Embraces Transgender Members

July 14th, 2017

The Church of England has voted to welcome transgender individuals into the church with open arms. By an overwhelming margin, the church’s governing body chose to support transgender inclusion.

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Cake Wars: Should Christians Have to Bake Cakes For Gay Couples?

June 29th, 2017

In a surprise announcement, the Supreme Court declared that it will rule on the case of a Christian baker who refused to bake a cake for a gay wedding.

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Mormon Girl Silenced After Coming out as Gay in Church

June 27th, 2017

A 12-year-old girl named Savannah took the stage in front of her entire Mormon church congregation during what’s known as a “Fast and Testimony Meeting”. Savannah stepped up to the microphone and proceeded to deliver a heartfelt speech revealing that she

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Oregon Embraces Third Gender Category: "X"

June 26th, 2017

After years of political pressure, Oregon will break new ground by becoming the first state in the U.S. to officially recognize a third gender: “X”. Thanks to a decision from the state’s transportation department, residents will now be given the choice t

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Christians Divided on Immigration

June 19th, 2017

Immigration issues and border policies have long been contentious issues in politics, but they are also creating a significant divide in the Christian community. Many Christian houses of worship have embraced a “love thy neighbor” stance, arguing for bene

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New Alabama Law Prevents Adoptions by Gay Couples

May 15th, 2017

Alabama has recently passed legislation that would allow for private adoption agencies to refuse to house orphaned children in the homes of gay couples.

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The Last Muhammad: China Bans Muslim Baby Names

May 1st, 2017

As part of a crackdown on religious extremism, the Chinese government has declared that parents will no longer be allowed to give their children Muslim names. Names such as Mohammed, Jihad, Mecca, and Saddam are now prohibited. But is this only the beginning?

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