Written by Don ByrdIn an editorial this morning, the NYTimes takes on the issue of religious freedom in the contraception mandate. Many employers have argued – and one appeals court has agreed – that requiring them to provide health coverage that includes contraception violates their religious freedom rights. With the exemptions in place for houses of worship and other religious institutions, the Times editorial board says religious freedom is not the issue…
Written by Don ByrdIs the science of evolution atheist? Surely not, right? Nothing about the theory of natural selection is incompatible with a belief in a higher power. Some in Kansas apparently believe otherwise, however, and have filed a lawsuit challenging the state’s science curriculum for, it claims, promoting a non-theistic religious view.
Written by Don ByrdThe school board in Liberal, Kansas met earlier this week and discussed the possibility of returning prayer to official school events including using the loudspeaker at football games for “student-led prayer.” After the suggestion was raised that they at least slow down to get a legal opinion first, the board decided to move ahead and vote for the prayer policy anyway.
Written by Don ByrdFormer Fox Sports analyst and U.S. Senate candidate Craig James believes he was fired for his religious views. In his campaign, he expressed his beliefs that, essentially, homosexuality is a sin. Fox deemed him a bad fit and ended his employment. He says a lawsuit is coming.
Written by Don ByrdFollowing a judicial ruling that the corporation is liable for failing to accommodate a Muslim employee’s need to wear a hijab, Abercrombie & Fitch has settled that case and another involving a Muslim employee.
