Political & Religious Controversy - Page 50 of 88
February 14th, 2019
For centuries, the position of clergy was reserved exclusively for men. The rules were pretty simple: men were expected to lead, and women to follow. Is it time for things to change?
America’s First All-Muslim Police Force Draws Backlash
February 8th, 2019
America's first all-Muslim, all-volunteer community police force is up and running in New York CIty, but some residents aren't happy about the development. Are they right to be concerned?
'Duck Dynasty' Star Claims People Need Jesus, Not Health Care
February 6th, 2019
According to "Duck Dynasty" star Phil Robertson, the most important health insurance card one can get is not issued by any company – it comes from God. “I already have health care,” he explained in a recent television segment. “It’s given to me by God. Eternal health care.”
Cuomo Faces Calls for Excommunication Over Abortion Bill
February 4th, 2019
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the controversial Reproductive Health Act into law on the 46th anniversary of Roe v. Wade. It's the Holy Grail of women's rights for pro-choice groups. But according to the pro-life crowd, it's more accurately compared to the “Death Star.”
Christian Missionary Arrested in Brazil After Contacting Remote Tribe
January 29th, 2019
Christian missionary Steve Campbell, a Maine native, was arrested in Brazil and now faces potential “genocide” charges after trying to spread the word of God to a remote indigenous tribe.
Karen Pence Draws Criticism for Taking Job at Anti-LGBT School
January 28th, 2019
Second Lady Karen Pence, wife of Vice President Mike Pence, sparked backlash with a recent announcement that she’ll be taking a position at a Christian school with strong anti-LGBT policies.
Who Are the Black Israelites? Inside the Obscure Group That Fueled the Covington Catholic Controversy
January 22nd, 2019
Amid the media firestorm surrounding the standoff between students from a Catholic high school and a Native American man, the role that Black Israelite protesters played in starting the conflict was largely overlooked.
Christian Pastor Fired After Posting “Bruce Jenner Is a Man” Sign
January 17th, 2019
A California pastor has been ousted from his parish after putting up a controversial church sign calling out Caitlyn Jenner and the "sin" of homosexuality.
Texas GOP Tries to Oust Muslim Councilman Over “Sharia Law” Fears
January 14th, 2019
Are Islam and conservatism inherently at odds? That the question a group of Republicans officials in one Texas county were forced to tackle last week.
Do Prayers Belong on the Football Field?
January 9th, 2019
Praying for a last-second Hail Mary throw from the sidelines? Not so fast, says the Freedom From Religion Foundation. An Indiana high school is under scrutiny for encouraging football players to pray.
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