The First Amendment is a big deal, but not everyone knows what it truly covers. It's not a free pass for every action someone wants to take in the name of religion. Things like saying prayers in school, skipping vaccines, or wearing certain clothes at work can sometimes conflict with other important laws. A recent survey showed that only a small number of Americans ...
Nigeria is open to working with the US to tackle terrorism, but there's a catch. The country wants to make sure its borders stay intact. This comes after US President Donald Trump hinted at possible military action in Nigeria, concerned about the treatment of Christians. Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu isn't having it, though. He's pushing back against claims of rel...
The U. S. President recently made strong statements about Nigeria, saying the country is not doing enough to protect Christians. He even suggested that the U. S. might take military action if the situation doesn't improve. This comes after Nigeria's President said his country is not intolerant and protects all religions. The U. S. President also said he has asked th...
A big legal fight is happening over whether public schools in Texas and Louisiana should display the Ten Commandments. In January, a federal appeals court will listen to arguments from both states after lower courts said their laws were not okay. The issue started when Texas passed a law requiring every public classroom to hang a poster of the Ten Commandments. Fami...
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...