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Pastafarian Pastor Delivers Controversial Opening Prayer at Government Meeting

September 23rd, 2019

A Pastafarian pastor in Alaska delivered the opening invocation at a government meeting, complete with colander on his head, pushing boundaries and poking fun at religious belief.

Humor & Satire 50 Comments

Arizona Supreme Court Rules Wedding Vendor Can Legally Discriminate Against Same-Sex Couples

September 20th, 2019

The Arizona Supreme Court narrowly ruled that a pair of Phoenix artists can refuse to create custom wedding invitations for gay weddings. The pair say they just want to conduct their business according to their religious beliefs. But the court's minority opinion says that the ruling is tantamount to legalizing discrimination.

Political & Religious Controversy 36 Comments

Democrats Pass Resolution Acknowledging Value of Secular Americans

September 4th, 2019

In a surprising move, the Democratic National Committee recently passed a resolution acknowledging the value and ethics of non-religious Americans. Although younger generations are less religious than ever, major political parties have tended to shy away from courting their vote- until now.

Political & Religious Controversy 21 Comments

Universal Life Church Sues North Carolina Clerk to Defend Online Ordination

August 27th, 2019

On August 26, 2019, the Universal Life Church Ministries (ULCM) filed a lawsuit against the Register of Deeds for Cleveland County, North Carolina. The suit alleges that this official has unconstitutionally utilized her position to block ordained ministers of ULCM from exercising their religious right to legally solemnize a wedding ceremony.

Political & Religious Controversy 11 Comments

WA. State Rep Endorsed Training Children for Combat in Holy War

August 22nd, 2019

A Washington State politician is facing calls for his resignation after reports surfaced that he endorsed a militant group that trains children for armed combat in a coming Holy War.

Political & Religious Controversy 20 Comments

Cross on Pennsylvania County's Seal Ruled Constitutional

August 14th, 2019

The official seal of Lehigh County, PA can stay, says an appeals court. The seal prominently features a large cross front and center, but courts say its 'broader meaning' trumped the religious significance .

Political & Religious Controversy 13 Comments

Satanic Temple to Hold First "Black Mass" in Canada

August 13th, 2019

The controversial Satanic Temple is back at it again, this time hosting its first Canadian 'black mass' ritual in an Ottawa bar. The controversial events are designed to make a statement about free speech but often draw more protesters than Satanists.

Political & Religious Controversy 53 Comments

Quebec Bans All Religious Symbols and Head Coverings for Public Servants

August 6th, 2019

Quebec passed a law banning public servants from wearing any kind of religious symbols. Muslim women say the law unfairly targets them, given the visibility of their hijabs in comparison to other religious headwear.

Political & Religious Controversy 94 Comments

City Removes "Lord" References From Police Monument

August 2nd, 2019

“Thou shall not utter the Lord’s name in vain” is one thing, but what are the rules for erasing it entirely? That’s the question faced by a South Carolina city that’s still trying to recover from a controversy.

Political & Religious Controversy 31 Comments

Jesus Says Hello, But Texas Town Says Goodbye

July 11th, 2019

After a long and very public battle over a religiously-inspired roadside sign, city officials in Hawkins, Texas quietly took it down late last month. But the story behind this sign is worth a read.

Political & Religious Controversy 208 Comments

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