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Are attacks against free speech to protect US or “religion”?

The New York Times recently published an editorial titled “The First Amendment is Out of Control.” In his article, law professor Tim Wu argues that arguments about free speech are currently being used to protect corporate interests and harm ordinary people. Discussing internet regulation, Wu wrote, “While such regulation is not necessarily perfect, it is […]

Southern Baptists Pass Resolution Opposing ‘Christianity as the State Religion’ in America

Last week, emissaries from the Southern Baptist Convention passed a resolution opposing “any attempt to establish an official religion” in the United States or any country, addressing the ongoing debate within conservative circles over religious freedom and Christian nationalism. of SolutionThe report, simply titled “In Defense of Religious Freedom,” does not address Christian nationalism but […]

America’s toxic politics are having an unholy effect on religion 

In my last column, I pointed out the divisions within the Catholic Church that are disrupting Pope Francis’ papacy. Today, those lines spill over into our politics. This is not surprising since people of different faiths can also get involved in political disputes. Adeel Mangi will become the first Muslim-American to serve on a federal […]

Jews Who Vote Democratic, After Schumer, ‘Hate Their Religion’

President Donald Trump said Monday that Jewish voters, who continue to vote Democratic even after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) called on Israel to oust its leaders, hate Israel and “do their own thing.” “I hate religion.” About President Trump and Schumer: “I think it’s more about voting than anything because he’s always been […]

Americans Dismayed over Waning Influence of Religion in Public Life

A record number of Americans say religion’s role in public life is shrinking, and most think this is bad for the country, according to a report from the Pew Research Center. by investigationFifty-seven percent of Americans believe that religion plays a positive role in public life, but only 19% have a negative view of the […]

8 in 10 Americans Say Religion Losing Influence in Public Life

A majority of U.S. adults believe religion is losing influence in public life, new Pew Research Center says investigation found. Overall, 80 percent of U.S. adults say the role of religion in American life is shrinking, “the percentage is higher than ever,” according to the poll report. Almost half (49%) say the declining influence of […]