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California Parents Appeal to the 9th Circuit Challenging Religious Discrimination in School Funding

November 1, 2024

Three California families are being told they can’t use state funds to purchase curriculum, materials, or classes that are religious.

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California Church | First Liberty Institute

California City Won’t Allow Church to Use Purchased Property for Religious Services

November 1, 2024

A Chinese-American church bought property for their religious services. But the City of Santa Ana, California refuses to grant a permit.

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SC Town Requires Permit to Share Faith in Public | First Liberty Institute

South Carolina Town Says ‘Permit Required’ for Religious Expression on Public Sidewalks

October 25, 2024

The Town of Chapin, South Carolina told Ernest Giardino that he needs a permit to hold up a religious sign on public sidewalks.

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Court Date for Atlantic City First Responder | First Liberty Institute

Oct. 30: Federal Appeals Court Date for Atlantic City First Responder

October 25, 2024

On October 30th, we’ll argue our case at a federal appeals court on behalf of Alex Smith, a first responder, pastor and chaplain in Atlantic City.

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Deion Sanders Can't Invite Chaplain to Pray | First Liberty Institute

Coach Deion Sanders Can’t Invite Chaplain to Pray with Football Team, Says Anti-Religious Group

October 25, 2024

University of Colorado football coach Deion Sanders invited a chaplain to speak to his team and offer a prayer after a recent game. But the Freedom From Religion Foundation is complaining that this violates the Constitution. They’re wrong.

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Religious Voters Can Change America | First Liberty Institute

Religious Voters Have the Power to Change America

October 25, 2024

Election Day is fast approaching. But only a fraction of Americans who say religious liberty is important actually vote in major elections. If we want to protect religious freedom and all our civil liberties, people of faith can’t stay on the sidelines.

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