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After FLI Sends Letter to Defense Secretary, US Navy Reverses Plan to Cancel Catholic Chaplains

September 18, 2020

Recently, the US Navy reversed a discriminatory decision against Catholic service members after FLI sent a letter highlighting this attack.

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Sen. Ted Cruz Sends Second Letter Accusing DOD Officials of Fostering Culture of Religious Hostility

August 14, 2020

Ted Cruz (R-TX) is doubling down in his effort to protect religious freedom for our military service members in a second letter to the Sec. of Defense.

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Marine Corps Cancel Speaker from JAG Training Session Because of His Christian Faith

July 31, 2020

The radical MRFF recently complained to the Marine Corps and convinced them to cancel a speaker because of his religious beliefs – even though the speech had nothing to do with religion.

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“The Love of Our Country:” The Story of America’s First Chaplain, John Hurt

July 31, 2020

Let’s journey to the past to commemorate America’s first military chaplain, John Hurt. Without heroes like him, those who fought for America would have had to confront the greatest military power at the time without any hope.

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FLI Live! with U.S. Congressman Doug Collins: Why Are Some Military Officials Failing to Protect Religious Freedom?

July 24, 2020

First Liberty’s CEO Kelly Shackelford recently spoke with U.S. Congressman Doug Collins (R-GA) to discuss the blatant attacks on religious freedom happening in our armed forces and the necessary actions to safeguard it.

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Updated Policy Will Allow Service Members to Attend Indoor Religious Services

July 17, 2020

After the U.S. Navy issued an order banning troops from attending indoor religious services, First Liberty responded by sending a letter on behalf of our client Major Dan Schultz, asking for accommodation so that he could attend and lead worship at his church. Within one week, the Navy updated its policies, delivering a timely victory for religious freedom.

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