Hillary Clinton criticized for insensitive comments about white men of ‘a certain religion’
Hillary Clinton faced significant criticism after mentioning that a white man from a “specific religion” might partly hold the U.S. accountable for doing “such damage.” During an appearance on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” last week, she was accused of promoting “evil.” Clinton expressed concern that society seemed to be moving backwards due to certain influential white […]
Trump firmly supports Christianity at the UN: ‘The most targeted religion globally today’
Trump Emphasizes U.S. Values at United Nations During his address at the United Nations, President Donald Trump underlined America’s unique stance in defending Christianity and sovereignty. He highlighted the importance of these values, particularly with the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence on July 4, 2026. Trump expressed hope that nations inspired by the U.S. […]
Trump’s false assertion about a ‘climate religion’ is a sad political distraction
Could climate science be considered a form of religion? It seems the Trump administration might want that idea to stick. Earlier this year, Lee Zeldin, the head of the EPA under Trump, made headlines with substantial rollbacks of environmental regulations. One of his significant moves targets a crucial scientific determination known as “danger detection,” which […]
The government’s attack on religion: Compelling priests to violate the secrecy of confession
Washington’s Controversial Clergy Reporting Law Recently, Washington state enacted one of the most stringent anti-religious laws in the U.S. If fully enforced, it could significantly impact how clergy are protected throughout the country. Senate Bill 5375 mandates that clergy act as state agents, compelling them to report cases of child abuse to government authorities. At […]
Utah religious group secures victory in legal battle for freedom of religion regarding psychedelic mushrooms
Utah Faith Group Wins Legal Battle Over Psychedelic Mushroom Use A new faith-based organization founded in Utah, which utilizes “psychedelic mushrooms,” celebrated a legal win this week under the state’s religious freedom laws. Lee Jensen, the founder of a nonprofit known as Singularism, filed a lawsuit in December against Provo and Utah County. He claimed […]
how Gen Z’s connection to religion is evolving
Initially, I chuckled when someone compared it to a Catholic Woodstock. But as soon as I arrived, it all clicked. Strolling across the vast 237-acre Vergata site, located about 10 miles from Rome, I was surrounded by hundreds of thousands of young people gathering, setting up tents, inflating airbeds, and joyfully singing along to upbeat […]
Supporters aim to make the Ten Commandments the next Supreme Court examination of religion in schools
State laws requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms are losing legal battles, but supporters remain hopeful about potential Supreme Court challenges. Backers in Louisiana, Arkansas, and Texas aim to escalate their cases to the highest court, despite facing consistent legal defeats, even in traditionally conservative courts. The core of the […]
The complex reality of Gen Z’s ‘return to religion’
Gen Z’s Surprising Engagement with Religion Interestingly, Gen Z—particularly young men—seems to be challenging the long-held notion that younger generations will drift away from organized religion. There’s a hint of a religious revival happening here. In many ways, the faith community appears poised for growth, especially among a generation that’s often described as chronically online. […]
What is so beneficial about keeping religion and government apart?
Revisiting Fundamental Principles Freedom of expression, universal voting rights, and the separation of church and state are beliefs that our nation holds dear. These ideals are almost revered in American culture. For a lot of people, the Constitution isn’t just a legal document; it’s almost like a sacred pact between the citizens and the government, […]
Religion cases create both agreement and disagreement at the Supreme Court
This term, the Supreme Court has seen both unity and significant division regarding religious rights, with a notable decision still pending. On Thursday, all nine justices sided with the Catholic Charities in a conflict over unemployment taxes in Wisconsin. However, just a few weeks prior, the court’s 4-4 deadlock meant that a proposed religious charter […]