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politics15 days ago•6 min saved

Trump-Linked Prayer Event Ignites Debate Over Christian Nationalism on America's 250th

President Trump and top administration officials back Rededicate 250, a National Mall prayer event organized by Freedom 250 to mark America’s 250th birthday with prominent Christian leaders. Supporters frame it as a faith-filled, unifying moment, while critics say it risks promoting Christian nationalism and blurring church-state lines, potentially undermining constitutional separation. Democrats question the group’s structure and finances, and the event underscores ongoing efforts to appeal to conservative Christian voters amid broader debates about religion in government.

via PBS|

#christian-nationalism #freedom-250 #politics

politics15 days ago•25 min saved

Americans back church-state separation even as religiosity grows

A Pew Research Center report shows Americans view religion as a positive force but resist Christian nationalist ideas, with broad support for the separation of church and state and for churches staying out of day-to-day politics, indicating Trump-era religious conservatism hasn’t shifted public opinion in a meaningful way.

via vox.com|

#christian-nationalism #donald-trump #pew-research-center

us-news1 month ago•4 min saved

Fifth Circuit Keeps Texas Ten Commandments Posters in Classrooms

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit narrowly upheld Texas’s 2025 law requiring public schools to display Ten Commandments posters in classrooms, ruling the measure does not violate the First Amendment or parents’ rights, a decision that reverses lower-court blocks and could be appealed to the Supreme Court.

via The New York Times|

#fifth-circuit #first-amendment #separation-of-church-and-state

world-and-nation1 month ago•7 min saved

Trump’s Clash with a U.S.-Born Pope Reignites JFK-Era Church-State Fears

Trump’s attack on Pope Leo XIV revives the century‑old debate over whether a U.S. president is beholden to the Vatican, recalling Kennedy’s 1960 assurances of church‑state separation while the Vatican defends its peace efforts amid the clash.

via Los Angeles Times|

#kennedy #pope-leo-xiv #separation-of-church-and-state

education7 months ago•4 min saved

Oklahoma's New Superintendent Drops Bible-Teaching Mandate in Schools

Oklahoma's new state superintendent Lindel Fields has announced he will rescind the Bible-teaching mandate previously issued by his predecessor Ryan Walters, amid ongoing legal challenges and court orders, signaling a move away from religious directives in public schools.

via Yahoo|

#bible-mandate #education #lindel-fields

law9 months ago•1 min saved

Federal Judge Blocks Texas Law Mandating Ten Commandments in Schools

A federal judge in Texas temporarily blocked a law requiring the display of the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom, citing concerns over the violation of separation of church and state and similar rulings against such laws in Louisiana and Arkansas.

via The New York Times|

#law #legal-challenge #public-schools

law11 months ago•3 min saved

US Appeals Court Blocks Louisiana's Ten Commandments School Law

A federal appellate court ruled that Louisiana's law requiring the Ten Commandments to be posted in public school classrooms is unconstitutional, affirming the separation of church and state and emphasizing that public schools should be inclusive of all students' faiths. Louisiana plans to appeal the decision, which is expected to reach the U.S. Supreme Court.

via NPR|

#law #louisiana-law #public-schools

law11 months ago•3 min saved

Appeals Court Blocks Louisiana's Ten Commandments Law in Schools

A federal appellate court has ruled that Louisiana's law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms is unconstitutional, reinforcing the separation of church and state and emphasizing that public schools should be inclusive of students of all faiths. The decision, which is likely to be appealed, marks a significant legal victory for civil liberties groups and follows similar cases challenging religious displays in government spaces.

via The Guardian|

#constitutional-law #law #louisiana

law11 months ago•3 min saved

Federal Appeals Court Blocks Louisiana's Ten Commandments Law in Schools

A federal appellate court in Louisiana ruled that a law requiring the Ten Commandments to be posted in public school classrooms is unconstitutional, affirming the separation of church and state and protecting students of all faiths. The decision, which may be appealed to the US Supreme Court, marks a significant victory for civil liberties groups.

via CNN|

#law #louisiana #public-schools

law11 months ago•2 min saved

Federal Appeals Court Blocks Louisiana's Ten Commandments in Schools

A federal appeals court has ruled that Louisiana's law requiring the Ten Commandments to be posted in public school classrooms is unconstitutional, citing violations of the First Amendment's separation of church and state, marking a significant victory for civil liberties groups and potentially setting the stage for Supreme Court review.

via PBS|

#federal-appeals-court #law #louisiana

education1 year ago•1 min saved

Texas Schools to Offer Optional Bible-Based Curriculum for K-5

The Texas State Board of Education has approved a Bible-infused curriculum for kindergarten through fifth grade, offering extra funding to schools that adopt it. The decision, passed by a narrow 8-7 vote, is part of a broader Republican effort to integrate Christian teachings into public education. Critics argue it violates the separation of church and state. The curriculum, which includes lessons from Genesis, Psalms, and the New Testament, will be available from August 2025, with schools receiving $40 per student for adopting it. Similar initiatives are underway in other Republican-led states.

via BBC.com|

#bible #curriculum #education

education1 year ago•4 min saved

Texas Greenlights Bible-Based Curriculum for Elementary Schools

The Texas state school board narrowly approved a Bible-based curriculum for K-5 schools, sparking debate over the separation of church and state. Supporters argue it respects First Amendment rights and enhances cultural literacy, while critics claim it promotes Christianity in public education and violates constitutional principles. The curriculum, developed by the Texas Education Agency, will be optional for districts and includes incentives for adoption. The decision aligns with similar moves in other GOP-led states and reflects broader conservative educational agendas.

via The Washington Post|

#bible-based-curriculum #education #first-amendment

law1 year ago•3 min saved

Federal Judge Halts Louisiana's Ten Commandments Classroom Mandate

A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Louisiana law requiring the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, citing it as unconstitutional under the First Amendment. The ruling is a victory for opponents who argue the law violates the separation of church and state. The state's attorney general plans to appeal the decision. The law, passed by a Republican-led legislature, is part of broader conservative efforts to integrate religion into public education.

via The Guardian US|

#first-amendment #law #louisiana

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Debate Heats Up Over Ten Commandments in U.S. Politics

Donald Trump expressed his support for displaying the Ten Commandments in schools following Louisiana's new law mandating such displays in public classrooms, a move likely to face legal challenges. This comes amid Trump's ongoing legal battles, including charges related to hush money payments to Stormy Daniels and efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. Critics argue the law violates the separation of church and state and could alienate students of diverse religious backgrounds.

via The Independent|

#donald-trump #louisiana-law #politics

politics2 years ago•11 min saved

"House Speaker Mike Johnson's Controversial Stance on Christian Speech and Religious Traditions"

House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana, has a history of defending Christian speech and activities in public schools. Prior to his role in Congress, Johnson worked as a senior attorney for Alliance Defending Freedom, a legal group focused on promoting evangelical Christian values. He took up several lawsuits aimed at challenging the separation of church and state, including cases involving prayer sessions, Christian songs, and teacher-led prayer groups in public schools. Critics argue that Johnson's background raises concerns about his stance on the First Amendment and the separation of church and state.

via HuffPost|

#christian-speech #lawsuits #mike-johnson