Political & Religious Controversy - Page 63 of 86
September 29th, 2017
In America, religion and government are supposed to be independent of one another. But don’t tell that to Judge Roy Moore, the frontrunner in Alabama’s upcoming Senate race. Moore, an outspoken Christian, has a long track record of acting upon his faith wh
Why Colleges Are Installing “Plan B” Vending Machines
September 28th, 2017
Colleges have begun using an unconventional (and controversial) strategy to expand access to contraceptives on campus: vending machines. Stanford University joined the party with Plan B vending machines.
Kansas Inmate Sues "Pro-Christian" Prison
September 25th, 2017
A correctional facility in Topeka, Kansas has been accused of distributing Christian propaganda and pressuring inmates to convert. The allegations stem from a lawsuit filed by a current inmate who insists their rights have been violated.
Thou Shalt Not Steal… Unless You’re a Cop
September 15th, 2017
The world’s major religions don’t agree on everything, but there is general consensus on certain core principles. Among them: thou shalt not steal. It’s a fairly straightforward concept: don’t take what’s not yours. However, police don't have to follow these rules.
Satanic Temple Suing Missouri Over Anti-Abortion Laws
September 14th, 2017
The Satanic Temple is filing a lawsuit against the state of Missouri, alleging that the state’s anti-abortion laws violate their religious beliefs. The conflict began when a Missouri resident and Satanic Temple member (referred to in the lawsuit as “Mary
Pope Francis Questions Whether Trump is Really Pro-Life
September 14th, 2017
In the wake of the White House’s decision to end the DACA program, Pope Francis had a sharp message for Donald Trump. If the president is truly “pro-life”, said Francis, then he cannot allow the children of immigrants – known commonly as “Dreamers” – to be thrown out of the country.
Famous Cathedral Says Goodbye to Confederate Monuments
September 11th, 2017
In the wake of a national discussion about controversial monuments and statues, Washington National Cathedral in the nation’s capital has decided to remove two stained-glass windows depicting Confederate generals Robert E. Lee and Thomas “Stonewall” Jack
Fiery Ideas: Why Books Are Banned (and Burned)
September 8th, 2017
At the end of September, libraries and bookstores everywhere will be celebrating "Banned Books Week." This got us thinking: why do people ban books (or, in extreme cases, burn them)?
Another Christian Cult Faces Shocking Criminal Charges
August 30th, 2017
Leaders of a paramilitary religious group based in New Mexico have been arrested on a set of sinister criminal charges. The group, known as the “Aggressive Christianity Missions Training Corps”, allegedly sanctioned sexual abuse of minors living in the sec
Hate Resurfaces in America
August 30th, 2017
It has become apparent in the wake of Charlottesville that there are those in this country who will relentlessly defend twisted ideologies. Hate has bubbled to the surface once again; How can we stop it?
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