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Did Ancient Pagans Kill Babies? VP Vance's Comments Draw Scrutiny

January 28th, 2026

Vice President JD Vance recently gave a speech where he invoked everything from ancient brothels, mass graves, and Mayan child sacrifices, casting the abortion debate as a fight of Christian good vs pagan evil.

Political & Religious Controversy 51 Comments

What Does the Bible Say About Socialism?

January 22nd, 2026

Is socialism driving young people away from faith? Or is it actually pushing them back toward it? Evangelical leader Franklin Graham's recent comments prompted us to explore what the Bible says about socialism.

Political & Religious Controversy 61 Comments

Faith Leaders Protest Killing of Renee Good in Minneapolis

January 14th, 2026

Faith leaders nationwide are protesting the killing of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent, exposing deep divides over state power, police accountability, and the role of religion in political protest.

Political & Religious Controversy 290 Comments

Is Islamophobia Back? Ask Zohran Mamdani

October 31st, 2025

As election day looms, New York City mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani is facing an onslaught of Islamophobic attacks, criticizing everything from how he eats to insinuating he'd celebrate another 9/11.

Political & Religious Controversy 120 Comments

No God, No Job: Atheist Sues State Over Religious Oath Requirement

October 17th, 2025

A South Carolina atheist is suing after being barred from working the polls unless he swears an oath reading “so help me God.” Is the state violating his freedom of (or from) religion?

Political & Religious Controversy 117 Comments

Florida Clergy Call for State to Halt Record Executions

July 16th, 2025

Florida leads the nation in executions this year, and clergy across denominations are urging Gov. DeSantis to halt the record-setting rate. Will their plea for mercy outweigh his push for capital punishment?

Political & Religious Controversy 66 Comments

Zohran Mamdani Faces Islamophobic Backlash After Upset NYC Win

July 2nd, 2025

Zohran Mamdani’s historic win in the Democratic primary for NYC mayor is sparking a wave of Islamophobia. Critics call him un-American, but the Muslim community isn’t backing down.

Political & Religious Controversy 60 Comments

What Does “Ayatollah” Mean?

June 23rd, 2025

Iran’s leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been in the spotlight following recent military action in Iran. But what exactly does the title “Ayatollah” mean? Who earns it, and why is it so important?

ULC Minister Training & Education 48 Comments

Ohio Proposes Month Dedicated to Straight, Married Families

May 24th, 2025

Ohio lawmakers want to create “Natural Family Month” which will specifically exclude gay and unmarried couples. Politicians say it's to reverse flailing birthrates, but critics call it LGBTQ+ erasure.

Political & Religious Controversy 95 Comments

Christian Pastor Arrested After Praying Against Trump Budget Cuts

May 2nd, 2025

Rev. William Barber was recently arrested for praying at the Capitol in protest of budget cuts to services for the poor. Now, some are wondering if religious freedom in Washington is only for Trump-aligned Christians.

Political & Religious Controversy 122 Comments

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