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"Christianity as White Supremacy" - Catholic School Hair Policy Angers Activists

August 24th, 2018

A viral video captures the moment an 11-year-old Catholic student is sent home because her hairstyle violated school dress code. The incident angered activists, who insist the policy is racially motivated. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy, Christian | 186 Comments »

Muslim Kids Kicked Out of City Pool, Mayor Forced to Apologize

July 18th, 2018

Female students from an Islamic summer camp in Delaware were kicked out of a public pool due to their conservative dress. After the incident made headlines, the city's mayor was forced to apologize, admitting officials "used poor judgment" in pressuring them to leave. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 52 Comments »

Faith Healing Parents Headed to Prison After Child Dies Without Medical Care

July 11th, 2018

When their baby was born prematurely, a devoutly religious Oregon couple chose faith healing instead of seeking medical care. The baby died within hours. As a result of their subsequent criminal trial, the disturbing history of their fundamentalist religious sect is coming to light. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy, Christian | 90 Comments »

Boy Scouts No More: Group Changes Name, Will Allow Girls to Join

May 8th, 2018

The Boy Scouts officially announced they'll be dropping "boy" from their name and will allow girls to join. Proponents of gender equality applauded the decision, but critics insists it constitutes an act of surrender to the political correctness mob. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 56 Comments »

The Tragic Case of Alfie Evans: Brain-Dead Child Denied Care Despite Plea From Pope Francis

April 24th, 2018

When Alfie Evans was declared brain-dead, his parents vowed to fight for him with everything they had. However, doctors insist he cannot be treated and have taken the boy off of life support. With time running out, Pope Francis is attempting to intervene. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Science & Technology, Life and Death | 121 Comments »

"Affluenza Teen" Ethan Crouch Released from Prison

April 5th, 2018

Ethan Crouch, the Texas teen who killed four people while driving drunk back in 2013, walked free this week. His lenient sentence provoked national outrage, and the infamous “affluenza defense” was widely mocked as a farce. So, how should we deal with young law-breakers? Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 27 Comments »

Parents Convicted in “Faith Healing” Death of 2-Year-Old Daughter

March 28th, 2018

A Pennsylvania couple has been convicted in the death of their 2-year-old daughter after they opted for faith healing instead of taking her to a doctor. The trial provided a chance for the couple to explain themselves, but remorse wasn't high on the list of talking points. Continue Reading »

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

Young Gun Owners Speak Out Against “March for Our Lives” Protest

March 26th, 2018

In response to nation wide gun control protests over the weekend, Second Amendment advocates organized a spirited counter-protest called the "March for Our Guns." Although a wave of youth activism has brought calls for stricter gun laws, not all young people are on board. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 255 Comments »

The Power of Youth: How Students Are Pushing the Envelope on Gun Control

March 19th, 2018

A student-led movement has reignited the gun control debate and pressured lawmakers to take action. But not everyone is cheering their cause - Second Amendment advocates say the students aren't qualified to lead such a complex conversation. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 282 Comments »

Child Marriage Debate Rages on in America

March 8th, 2018

Kentucky native Donna Pollard was 16 when she married a 31-year-old man. Although it might sound like an outlier, Donna Pollard’s story is far from unique. Between 2000 and 2015, there were more than 200,000 child marriages in the United States. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights, Political & Religious Controversy | 97 Comments »