Political & Religious Controversy - Page 36 of 86
April 17th, 2020
A new survey shows that half of Americans believe that the Bible should influence US law. Meanwhile, atheists overwhelmingly oppose the idea, saying a secular nation should not be influenced by any holy book.
Christian Anti-Abortion Protesters Arrested for Violating Social Distancing Orders
April 17th, 2020
Despite stay-at-home orders preventing most of us from leaving our homes, anti-abortion protesters have been out in full-force. Does the right to protest supersede emergency orders to not leave one's home?
Trump-Supported Drive In Churches Face Legal Opposition
April 16th, 2020
Drive-in churches are springing up everywhere in lieu of regular church service, and local governments are shutting them down just as quickly. Now the Trump DOJ is stepping in - to defend the churchgoers.
Church and State Collide During Easter Services
April 15th, 2020
Despite stay-at-home orders designed to stop the spread of coronavirus, many churches held in-person Easter services this weekend, potentially putting the lives of attendees and their loved ones at risk.
Malaysia Tells Women To Wear Makeup and Dress Sexy in Quarantine
April 9th, 2020
The Malaysian government put out some guidelines for how women should look as they quarantine with their spouse. That includes always wearing makeup, dressing in tight-fitting skirts and blouses, and avoiding nagging.
Evangelical Pastor Arrested for Holding Church Service During Coronavirus Pandemic
April 3rd, 2020
Evangelical pastor Rodney Howard-Browne has been arrested for continuing to hold church services in spite of a countywide order to close all non-essential businesses due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
NYC Mayor Threatens Churches Holding Services During COVID-19 with Shutdown
April 1st, 2020
With some churches still holding services in NYC against the state's guidelines for combating COVID-19, Mayor Bill de Blasio is saying he'll shutter churches permanently if they continue to host weekly services.
Defying Public Health Experts, Some Churches Refuse to Close
March 18th, 2020
During the current pandemic, the CDC recommends that we avoid gatherings of 10 or more people to help curb the spread of the deadly coronavirus. Some church leaders are pushing back, insisting God's door never closes.
Minnesota Reps Propose Bill to Defund Libraries That Host Drag Queen Story Hour
March 13th, 2020
Republican Representatives in Minnesota aren't taking too kindly to Drag Queen Story Hour coming to their home state. A group of legislators are hoping to defund all public libraries that host the controversial events.
Evangelicals Object to Progressive Washington State Sex-Ed Guidelines
March 10th, 2020
A progressive, comprehensive sex education bill is about to pass in Washington State. Evangelical groups are incensed, pledging to fight the bill that promises frank discussions of LGBT issues in Washington classrooms.
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