![Church Water Tax | First Liberty](https://firstliberty.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Fli-Insider-church-water-300x300-150x150.jpg)
How Govt’s Unquenchable Thirst for Taxpayer Money Is Hurting Local Churches in Texas
It looks like city officials in Magnolia, TX have an unquenchable thirst for more tax revenue. And to satisfy it, officials are targeting churches and other nonprofits, claiming they do not pay their “fair share” in taxes.
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Graduation 2019: A Time For Celebration, Not Censorship
Graduation season is here! All around the nation, high school and college students are preparing for their big day. After years of hard work, thousands will proudly walk across the stage and be recognized for their academic achievement.
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Lieutenant Colonel Allen West: Why Religious Liberty is Essential to Keep America Free
In this exclusive, one-on-one interview, we had an opportunity to talk in-depth with U.S. Army Lt. Col. Allen West (Ret.) about why religious freedom is the cornerstone freedom we have as Americans.
![First Liberty | The Day that Topped My Wedding Day](https://firstliberty.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/FLI-Insider-Berry-300x300-150x150.jpg)
The Day That Topped My Wedding Day: How Staying On Mission Helped Me Get There
As a military spouse, I know how difficult the military way of life can be. Military service takes a heavy toll on the one in uniform. But it also demands great sacrifice from his or her spouse and, of course, from their children.
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3 Things You Need to Know About Religious Freedom in the Military
As Americans, we cherish and honor our military service members for the sacrifices they make to keep us safe and to protect our religious liberty and all the other fundamental freedoms in our Constitution.
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Mission Minded: FLI Celebrates Staff Members for Their Most Recent Achievements
First Liberty celebrates staff members Reed Smith, Lathan Watts and Christine Norwood for their most recent achievements.