Learn more about religious freedom around the world, Obama’s first 100 days, and issues facing state legislatures

mayrftc_2009_front_1_again_againIn this month’s edition, BJC Executive Director Brent Walker shares his thoughts on President Obama’s first 100 days in office and examines the policies and potential pitfalls of the new administration when it comes to religious liberty.  You can read about religious freedom around the world with a report about the latest list of countries violating their residents’ liberty, and BJC General Counsel Holly Hollman analyzes the recent United Nations controversy centering on religious blasphemy. Plus, there is a complete wrap-up of this year’s Shurden lectures, a list of some of the controversial bills making their way through state legislatures, and the latest on talks the BJC is having with the Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships about religious hiring discrimination.

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