Political & Religious Controversy - Page 3 of 86
October 3rd, 2024
Oklahoma education head Ryan Walters just announced the cost of his plan to get Bibles in every public school classroom across the state: $6 million dollars. Should Oklahoma taxpayers pay up?
Judge: Catholic Employers Can Deny Workers Time Off to Seek Abortions, IVF Treatments
September 26th, 2024
A North Dakota judge recently just ruled that Catholic employers do not have to provide time off for workers to seek abortions or IVF treatments, arguing that such federal regulations violate their freedom of religion.
Religious Nonprofit Denied Gov. Funding Over "Christians-Only" Hiring Mandate
September 20th, 2024
Religious nonprofit Bethany Christian Services is suing the state of Michigan alleging religious discrimination after federal funding was denied over a "Christians-only" hiring policy.
Pope Francis Accused of Heresy for Embracing Other Faiths
September 19th, 2024
At an interfaith event in Singapore, the final stop of his Asia Pacific tour, Pope Francis said that "all religions are paths to reach God,” prompting criticism and even accusations of heresy from some Catholics.
Should the Bible Be Banned From Public Schools?
September 13th, 2024
The fight over what books belong in school libraries is in full swing, and one Alabama city councilor says that censorship advocates should be careful what they wish for, because the Bible could be the next book banned.
Is Evolution a Religion? One Lawsuit Says Yes
September 12th, 2024
Evolution: Science or faith? A lawsuit from a family of Christians in Indiana argues that the teaching of evolution has no place in public schools because it is an "atheist religion," not science.
Faith-Filled Curriculum Fuels Backlash in Texas
September 9th, 2024
Texas is reviewing proposed language arts curriculum for K-5 kids which injects Christianity into public schools. With overwhelmingly negative comments online, will Texas keep the controversial curriculum?
WA Church: "Religious Discrimination" to Prevent Church From Caring for Homeless
September 6th, 2024
A Washington state church argues that forcing them to get a permit to host a homeless encampment is religious discrimination. Do Christian churches have a constitutional right to care for the homeless?
Pope Francis: Letting Migrants Die a "Grave Sin"
September 4th, 2024
In a recent address on immigration, Pope Francis condemned countries who turn away migrants at their border, arguing that doing so is a "grave sin" and that countries must offer sanctuary to end the migrant crisis.
Satanic Ministers: Coming to a School Near You?
August 26th, 2024
A new policy will allow chaplains to serve as public school counselors. But proponents of the plan may have overlooked one crucial factor: if schools accept one type of faith leader, they must accept them all.
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