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Was a School Anti-Bullying Program a Trojan Horse for Christian Conversion?

April 9th, 2026

A California school district paid $600K to an anti-bullying nonprofit – then discovered its leader had been secretly trying to convert students to Christianity. Here's the full story, and what happened next.

Political & Religious Controversy 67 Comments

Does Prayer Belong at School Board Meetings?

January 30th, 2026

In towns big and small across the country, school board meetings are becoming flashpoints in the debate over prayer, religious freedom, and who gets a voice in civic spaces - and what they get to say.

Political & Religious Controversy 98 Comments

Tennessee Football Coach Removed for Praying on Field With Students

September 10th, 2025

When a high school football coach in Tennessee prayed with his players, it sparked outrage and an investigation. Is prayer on the field a private act of faith, or does it put undue pressure on students?

Political & Religious Controversy 52 Comments

Do Americans Support Prayer in School?

June 26th, 2025

After decades of public schools moving toward secularization, prayer is making its way back into classrooms around the country. How do Americans feel about that? It depends on where you ask the question.

Political & Religious Controversy 149 Comments

Trump: We're Bringing Back School Prayer

November 15th, 2024

School and prayer, together again? President-elect Trump recently said he plans to bring prayer back to public schools as part of his effort to reform education. Should mandatory school prayer return to the classroom?

Political & Religious Controversy 294 Comments

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