The Trump administration has given federal employees the go-ahead to discuss and promote their religious beliefs at work. This move is part of a broader effort to increase the role of religion in government jobs. A recent memo from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) says workers can talk about their faith and even try to convince others to see things their way,...
The IRS has taken a fresh stance on a long-standing rule. They now say that pastors who talk about political candidates from the pulpit shouldn't worry about losing their tax-exempt status. This is a big deal because the Johnson Amendment, a rule from 1954, usually stops tax-exempt groups, like churches, from backing or opposing political candidates. A group called ...
The Supreme Court made a big decision recently. They said parents can choose to keep their kids from reading certain books in school. These books are about LGBTQ topics. The court voted 6-3 in favor of the parents. This all started in Montgomery County, Maryland. Some parents, who are Christian, Muslim, and Jewish, didn't want their kids reading these books. They th...
Religious slaughter, where animals are killed without being stunned first, is a hot topic. It mixes animal rights, religious freedom, and food safety. The European Union has been looking at this issue closely. Courts have been making big decisions about how to handle it. The European Union values religious freedom. But, it also cares about animal welfare. Recently, ...
The political landscape of America is shifting. The country has seen a significant push to blend religion and politics. This has sparked both praise and concern among different groups. At the heart of this shift is the creation of several faith-related offices. These offices are designed to promote religious freedom. However, critics argue that these efforts primaril...
Quakers are known for their peaceful protests, and they have a rich history of standing up for what they believe in. This time, they are walking over 300 miles from New York City to Washington DC. Their mission? To protest against the harsh immigration policies of the Trump administration. The Religious Society of Friends, as Quakers are formally known, has a long h...
The United States has a long history of protecting religious freedom. This protection is a fundamental part of the country's identity. It started with early settlers who came to America to escape religious persecution in Europe. They wanted a place where they could practice their faith without government interference. This idea was officially written into law with th...
The world has recently lost a significant figure, Pope Francis, who passed away just a day after his final public appearance. This event occurred on Easter Sunday, where he addressed a large crowd from the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica. His health had been declining for some time, with recent respiratory issues putting him in a critical state. The Pope's final mes...
A tense scene unfolded at the Kansas Statehouse. Four individuals were taken into custody after a heated confrontation. The spark? A planned Black Mass by a small group of self-described Satanists. The group, known as the Kansas City-area Satanic Grotto, had gathered to advocate for the separation of church and state. They also aimed to challenge what they saw as th...
The recent actions by the Trump administration have sparked concern about the future of public education in the United States. A significant portion of the U. S. Department of Education's workforce has been dismissed. This move is part of a broader plan to shrink the department, despite lacking the legal authority to do so. The stated goal is to redirect funds toward...