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Islam to Become World's Biggest Religion

March 9th, 2017

You’ve probably heard that Islam is the world's fastest growing religion. But what does that really mean? Well, according to Pew Research Center, it means Muslims will outnumber Christians in the near future. Some people are worried that this changing dynamic will result in more violence.

Political & Religious Controversy 59 Comments

Open Letter to Faith Communities Feeling Threatened

March 1st, 2017

To all our brothers and sisters: As members of a diverse community of faith, we have been saddened and disturbed to witness the recent uptick in threats against various houses of worship and religious centers across North America. This unprovoked hostility ai

Political & Religious Controversy 19 Comments

Turning Inward: Isolationism Tightens Its Grip

January 30th, 2017

In countries all around the world today there is a growing movement urging a retreat from “globalism” – the focus on global issues and international relationships.

Political & Religious Controversy 63 Comments

Do We Have Religious Freedom?

January 13th, 2017

January 16th is Religious Freedom Day, the birthday of religious freedom in the United States. We've come a long way since Thomas Jefferson penned his famous statute, but by some indications we have a long ways to go.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 58 Comments

American Muslim Makes History In Rio

August 11th, 2016

Athletes from around the world gathered in Rio di Janeiro, Brazil for the 2016 Olympic Summer Games. Among them was black Muslim fencing competitor, Ibtihaj Muhammad, who made history by wearing a hijab.

Political & Religious Controversy 12 Comments

Righteous Indignation - The ULC Response to the Orlando Shooting

June 13th, 2016

We, like millions of others throughout the United States, are sad, angry, and scared. On Sunday morning we learned of the devastating terrorist attack in Orlando, Florida.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 136 Comments

State Trooper Fired for Proselytizing On Job

April 27th, 2016

A driver was pulled over by Officer Brian Hamilton in January for speeding. He then asked her if she had "been saved" and invited her to his church, even providing her driving directions.

Political & Religious Controversy 120 Comments

These Men Want to Make Rape Legal

February 4th, 2016

Rape is a great teaching tool. Women have too much power and autonomy in our culture. Women are valued insofar as they are beautiful and subservient to men. These are the views of a group called Return of Kings.

Political & Religious Controversy 152 Comments

What's the Difference Between Sunni and Shia Islam?

January 4th, 2016

Tensions in the Muslim world have risen even further in the wake of a mass execution of 47 men by the Saudi Arabian government, among whom was a prominent Shiite cleric named Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr.

Political & Religious Controversy 186 Comments

Homophobic Hate Leads to Death of Swedish Man

December 31st, 2015

Discrimination is nothing new. People can be discriminated against because of their race, gender, age, religion, or sexual orientation. It can be a very difficult thing to deal with discrimination from someone simply because of who you are. Unfortunately, t

LGBTQ & Human Rights 47 Comments

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