Group of Atheists, Humanists Sues to Remove National Motto “In God We Trust” from U.S. Currency—First Liberty Fights Back
Attacks are intensifying against America’s National Motto, “In God We Trust.” First Liberty is already defending law enforcement departments threatened with lawsuits for displaying “In God We Trust” on their patrol vehicles—something First Liberty attorneys say is well within their constitutional rights. Now, a group of atheists, humanists and others […]
Hope Amid Danger: Major Victory for Little Sisters at Supreme Court
Though attacks to religious freedom may be increasing on all fronts, Americans of faith just won a major battle at the Supreme Court. The victors? Faith-based ministries that refused to comply with the HHS “Abortion Pill” Mandate and violate their beliefs. “This is huge for religious liberty,” said Kelly Shackelford, […]
When Ridiculous Becomes Normal
When it comes to attacks on your religious freedom by extremists, the ridiculous is becoming normal. For example, First Liberty Institute is defending a lay minister who was fired from his job as a top-ranked public health official. Why was he fired? Because government bureaucrats didn’t like the content of […]
Coach Kennedy Receives ‘Rosa Parks Courage Award’ for His Refusal to Stop Praying
High school football coach and First Liberty client Joe Kennedy sent national shockwaves last fall when he refused to stop praying at the 50-yard line after football games, despite orders from school officials. Last Friday, his stand in defense of religious freedom was honored at the Family Policy Institute of […]
Students DO Have the Right to Share Their Faith at Graduation
It’s that time of year again—senior photos are flooding social media, and graduating students are daydreaming about walking across the stage. After four years of hard work, the valedictorian and salutatorian are carefully writing their speeches for the graduation ceremony. One may reference their faith and another may discuss sports, […]
Noted Social Scientist Reacts to Eric Walsh Firing—Calls for ‘Stopping Point’ in Religious Discrimination
To many, The Georgia Department of Public Health’s (DPH) decision to fire First Liberty client Dr. Eric Walsh for what he preached in his sermons as a lay minister came as a sudden shock. But according to sociology expert, author, and University of North Texas Professor George Yancey, such religious […]
