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Veganism Ruled as Protected Class in U.K., Comparable to Religious Belief

January 6th, 2020

A court in the U.K. just ruled that veganism constitutes a genuine philosophical or religious belief. That means vegans are now protected from employment discrimination in the same way religious belief is protected. Continue Reading »

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Mormons Officially Pull 400,000 Children From Boy Scouts

January 3rd, 2020

The Mormon Church officially pulled 400,000 youth from the Boy Scouts, citing that group's acceptance of LGBT members and leaders. The LDS Church will create its own organization, with greater emphasis on religion. Continue Reading »

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Transgender Pastors Struggle to Find Acceptance as Gender Debates Persist

December 19th, 2019

Despite many tangible victories, there is still much progress left to be made in the transgender rights movement. One place where acceptance has proven fleeting is houses of worship, and pastors are speaking out. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights, Political & Religious Controversy | 33 Comments »

Caged Jesus: Church Nativity Scene Sets Off Fiery Debate

December 12th, 2019

A controversial nativity scene at a California church, featuring baby Jesus behind bars separated from his parents, has sparked a larger debate about immigration and Christian values. See what critics are saying. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy, Christian | 31 Comments »

U.S. Military Blocks Army Logo From Appearing on Dog Tags Alongside Scripture

December 11th, 2019

A faith-based company is under fire for selling replica dog tags that feature official U.S. military logos alongside Biblical scripture. They're fighting back, calling the situation unconstitutional censorship. Continue Reading »

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Satanic Holiday Display Returns to Illinois State Capitol

December 5th, 2019

Back by popular First Amendment demand, the great gift of satanic knowledge will be shared for the second year running at the Illinois State Capitol rotunda. And once again, some religious lawmakers are not pleased. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy, Progressive Spirituality | 49 Comments »

Rick Perry Claims Trump is God's "Chosen One"

November 27th, 2019

Rick Perry has given Christians a little more to chew on this upcoming Thanksgiving. The former Texas governor and presidential hopeful turned… self-styled theologian(?) says Trump is God's "chosen one." Continue Reading »

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Kentucky Man Wins Battle Over "I'M GOD" License Plate

November 26th, 2019

After a hard-fought battle, Kentucky resident Ben Hart has finally been granted an eye-raising vanity license plate. It reads: I'M GOD. See why he faced so much opposition, and what the judge ultimately ruled. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Humor & Satire, Political & Religious Controversy | 23 Comments »

Chick-fil-A Vows To Stop Supporting Anti-LGBTQ Christian Charities

November 21st, 2019

In a stunning about-face, Chick-Fil-A announced earlier this week that it will stop all donations to Christian charities that have histories of fighting against same-sex marriage. Some Christians were less than pleased. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights, Political & Religious Controversy, Christian | 41 Comments »

Ohio Bill Would Let Students Give Wrong Answers If They Are Religious

November 20th, 2019

What should happen when a student’s religious beliefs conflict with the curriculum being taught? A new bill working its way through the Ohio legislature that would prohibit teachers from docking points for wrong answers – so long as the answers are rooted in a student’s religious beliefs. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy, Christian | 108 Comments »