Political & Religious Controversy - Page 34 of 86
July 23rd, 2020
A trio of evangelical churches are suing California governor Gavin Newsom, saying that the state's ban on singing in churches unfairly targets Christians' freedom of religion. Is singing a fundamental part of worship?
Adios, 'Trader Jose' – Brands Are Ditching Problematic Labels
July 23rd, 2020
Trader Joe's is the latest company to announce that they're changing branding many find offensive. "Trader Jose" now joins the ranks of Aunt Jemima, Uncle Ben's Rice, and Mrs. Butterworth, all of whom are being retired.
Goodbye "Redskins" – NFL Team Announces Name Change
July 14th, 2020
After years of protests and pleas from activists and Native Americans alike, the Washington Redskins are finally changing their name. The change comes as part of a larger cultural reckoning with racism in America.
Teen Dies After Being Forced to Attend Church 'COVID Party'
July 10th, 2020
A Florida teen died after being exposed to coronavirus at a church-sponsored ‘COVID party.' This completely preventable tragedy is shining the spotlight yet again on the role of churches during the COVID pandemic.
Mississippi Replaces Confederate Symbol With 'In God We Trust' on State Flag
July 2nd, 2020
Mississippi seems poised to finally remove the Confederate Battle Flag from their own state flag. But they intend to replace it with the words "In God We Trust", which many advocates say is offensive to the nonreligious.
Does Wearing a Mask Go Against God's Will?
June 25th, 2020
The message from public health officials is clear: wear a mask to help protect yourself and others from coronavirus. But not everyone is on board – particularly some members of the faith community. Would God approve?
Seventh-Day Adventist Prophetess Predicts Nashville to be Nuked Next Month
June 23rd, 2020
Did one of the founders of the Seventh-day Adventist Church predict that Nashville's going to be nuked in July? A mysterious full-page ad appeared in the Sunday edition of a Tennessee newspaper with an ominous warning.
We Should Also Tear Down Statues of Jesus, Activists Say
June 22nd, 2020
As protesters in cities across America continue to topple statues of Confederate leaders, slave owners, and other historical figures, some are sounding the alarm that things are going to far. Is Jesus next?
Chick-fil-A CEO Says White Christians Should Repent for Racism
June 19th, 2020
The CEO of Chick-fil-A recently threw his support behind the Black Lives Matter movement, suggesting white Christians repent for the sin of racism. But with CFA's opposition to gay marriage, is that selective repentance?
President Trump Faces Backlash Over Tweet About Peace Activist
June 9th, 2020
President Trump is receiving backlash for calling Martin Gugino, a member of the Catholic Worker movement who was injured by police during recent protests, an "ANTIFA provocateur." A video of the injury went viral.
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