
The ABA’s Letter Attacking Judicial Nominee Lawrence VanDyke is Disgraceful
The ABA’s treatment of my friend and former FLI volunteer network attorney, Lawrence VanDyke, shows a distinct lack of integrity in their process. The ABA has only hurt itself with this biased and personal attack against a brilliant lawyer, one who will make a great judge and be a faithful protector of religious freedom in the Ninth Circuit.

Displaying “In God We Trust” is More Appropriate Now Than Ever Before
The U.S. Supreme Court and every federal appellate court have consistently ruled that displaying America’s national motto is perfectly constitutional. Yet, a group of activists insists on bullying a Florida Sheriff’s office to take the phrase down from its law enforcement vehicles.

Exclusive Video: Kelly Shackelford Meets with the President and Top Advisers on Judicial Nominees
First Liberty’s President, CEO and Chief Counsel, Kelly Shackelford, gathered alongside various national leaders at the White House to discuss the state of judicial nominations.

Federal Court’s Horrendous Ruling May Force Catholic Nuns to Provide Contraception
After eight years of litigation, opponents of religious liberty are still hell-bent on taking Catholic nuns to court. Learn how First Liberty is helping to fight for the Little Sisters of the Poor now that they’ve once again appealed their case to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Atheists Demand Mike Pompeo Must Shed His Religious Beliefs at the State Department Door
At a Christian counselors’ conference, the Secretary of State shared how his own religious beliefs influence his leadership. But according to the Americans United for Separation of Church and State, serving in government means you can’t bring your faith with you.

Next Gen Leaders: FLI Kicks Off 4th Annual Fellowship Program in D.C.
Religious liberty can only advance as far as those who carry it. With our rights under increasing attack in our society, it’s vital to properly equip future leaders to defend them. Learn how First Liberty Institute is leading the charge to raise up a new generation of bold and passionate religious freedom advocates.