Political & Religious Controversy - Page 72 of 85
July 12th, 2016
Religious freedom has been a hot topic across America in recent years. It has generated contentious debate around the First Amendment right to free exercise of religion, and, specifically, how far this right should extend. Since Christianity is the dominant re
More Greeks Worshiping Ancient Gods
July 1st, 2016
Some of you may be familiar with the ancient Greek religion, a polytheistic faith which involves the worship of many different gods and goddesses. Many modern Greeks are actually worshipping these ancient gods.
Same-Sex Marriage Celebrates One-Year Anniversary
June 24th, 2016
One year ago, the Supreme Court declared that same-sex couples throughout the United States have a fundamental right to marry. On Sunday, legal same-sex marriage celebrates its one-year anniversary!
Modern Marriages Are "Invalid" Says Pope Francis
June 21st, 2016
Pope Francis raised eyebrows last week when he said that most modern marriages are “invalid," arguing that young people take the commitment of marriage casually and don't understand how serious it is.
Religious Oppression: A Female Struggle
June 17th, 2016
While most contemporary religious views support equality of the sexes, there still exist plenty of traditional religious sects and organizations which teach otherwise.
Injustice and Outrage: Sexual Assault at Religious Universities
June 7th, 2016
Sexual assault has become an increasingly important issue on college campuses over the past decade. Across the board, cases of sexual assault are on the rise.
Islam: A Threat to European Culture?
May 27th, 2016
In case you haven’t been paying attention, there is a war brewing in Europe. Not a war in the traditional sense, but a war of cultures, between Europeans and Muslim immigrants.
Obama Takes a Stand for Transgender Youth
May 20th, 2016
By now everyone has heard about the ongoing debate over transgender bathroom policy, and now, President Obama's given his opinion on the subject, directing schools to allow trans students to use their preferred restroom.
National Threats: Youth Pastors, Toddlers, and White Americans
May 13th, 2016
Do you feel like America is a safe place? Not the sort of safe space a college student might ask for, but a country where you can feel free to live your life without fear of being physically harmed.
Should the Methodist Church Accept Gay People?
May 11th, 2016
The United Methodist Church is currently facing some difficult questions on the issue of homosexuality. While most Protestants have become more accepting in recent years, the Methodist Church continues to condemn it.
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