Oklahoma Supreme Court Declares Ten Commandments Monument Unconstitutional— First Liberty Institute Responds
The Oklahoma Supreme Court issued an opinion in Prescott v. Oklahoma Capitol Preservation Commission stating that a monument of the Ten Commandments on the Oklahoma capitol grounds is unconstitutional and must be removed. The fight is not over, however—First Liberty Institute continues to stand beside Oklahoma Attorney General […]
THE HOPE: Supreme Court Reaffirms Religious Liberty Despite Its Same-Sex Marriage Decision
All justices reaffirm right to faith-based dissent on same-sex marriage In a five-four decision that shook the nation with controversy, the Supreme Court ruled a little over a week ago that all 50 states must permit and recognize same-sex marriage. Nevertheless, Justice Kennedy’s majority opinion (joined by Justices Ginsberg, Breyer, […]
The Growing Threat: Dangers Lurk from SCOTUS Marriage Decision
Despite Justice Kennedy’s affirmation of religious liberty in the recent Supreme Court marriage decision, prominent figures are already calling for the eradication of religious liberty. While such calls are a misuse of Justice Kennedy’s majority opinion, they are not unexpected. Dissenters in the SCOTUS decision expressed concerns that such fallout […]
In Celebration of Independence Day: Why Restoring Religious Liberty Should Be a “Personal and National Priority”
When Americans think about Independence Day, some of the first things to come to mind are fireworks, grilling out, and enjoying time with family and friends. But Independence Day is more than simply a day to relax. It’s a time to remember and reflect on America’s founding, the […]
Two Victories for Religious Freedom: North Carolina and Michigan Pass Laws to Protect Religious Liberty for Magistrates and Adoption Agencies
New laws take important steps toward protecting religious freedom for those with traditional, sincerely-held religious beliefs on marriage This month, two states—North Carolina and Michigan—approved bills that protect the religious liberty of those who hold to the traditional, time-honored view that marriage is between one man and one woman, […]
READY: Liberty Institute Prepares 5-Point Plan for Supreme Court Marriage Decision and Its Ramifications on Religious Liberty
In the next few days, the U.S. Supreme Court will announce whether it will impose a redefinition of marriage on all America in the case of Obergefell v. Hodges. The Court’s decision could: Impose a marriage redefinition nationally, all at once, by finding that there is a constitutional right to […]
