A student alleged that he was punished with detention and a failing grade for omitting the phrase “under God” in a recent reading of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Kawal Tagore won a case that will help counter discrimination that Sikhs have to face often at federal institutions. They can now, in all probability, wear their kirpans.
Iranians who own dogs could be fined 100 million rials and punished with 74 lashes for walking their pets or even keeping them at home, under a proposed law.
Secular organization Freedom From Religion Foundation recently challenged Alabama county commission’s decision to donate $3,000 of public funds to a local Baptist church.
Stephen Cavanaugh, who identifies himself as a Pastafarian, filed a legal complaint against Nebraska’s Department of Corrections, saying it violated his religious freedom.
A recent survey reveals that majority of voters believe religious leaders should have the right to defend their beliefs without government intervention.
According to Newt Gingrich, the Houston Mayor’s call for subpoenas for sermons from pastors is for much larger constitutional and political stakes than to force disclosure.
