VICTORY! Churches Affected By Hurricanes Now Eligible to Receive Federal Assistance
They have not been forgotten. Months after being ravaged by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, First Liberty clients Trinity Church, Church on the Rock Katy and Grace Community Church – and hundreds of other affected houses of worship – are starting the New Year with hope and optimism. On January 2, […]
Justice Denied! Appeals Court Orders Oregon Bakers to Pay Crippling Penalty
Yet again, has government overreach completely spoiled the joy and expectation of good things to come in the New Year? First Liberty clients Aaron and Melissa Klein are left wondering whether 2018 will be the year when justice is finally served. Last week, the Oregon Court of Appeals issued a […]
TOP 4: Threats to Your Religious Liberty in 2018
As 2017 closes, America finds itself at a tipping point, with the stakes for religious freedom at an all-time high. Not only will the results affect the religious rights of millions of citizens in the present era, they are likely to have a long and lasting impact on the religious […]
CHRISTMAS STALKINGS: Defending Religious Liberty from Holiday Attacks
Will Americans be strong-armed into taking down their lights and nativity scenes early this year? Imagine a holiday season without the golden glimmer of decorative wreaths, the aroma of fresh-cut pine trees, or the sweet melodies of children caroling. Is it possible that anti-religion groups could soon target these joyful […]
VICTORY! Grandfather Can Read Bible Aloud in Public
The City of Sweetwater, Tennessee will let Paul Johnson freely express his faith—no permit required. Johnson is a Tennessee grandfather who enjoys sharing his faith. Earlier this year, city police threatened him with arrest if he did not stop reading his Bible aloud in public without a permit during a […]
CONFIRMED! First Liberty Volunteer Attorney Appointed as Federal Appeals Judge
First Liberty Institute is proud to announce that James C. Ho, one of its top former volunteer attorneys, has been confirmed to one of the nation’s highest judicial positions. On Thursday, the United States Senate voted and confirmed Ho to the U.S. Court of Appeals to the Fifth Circuit. Ho […]
