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Teacher Sues Over Forced Removal of Religious Items from Classroom

Written by Don Byrd
A teacher has filed a federal lawsuit in New York over the requirement that she remove Bible quotes, a “prayer box” and posters with religious messages from her classroom.

Judge: Denial of Group Prayer Violated Religious Freedom Rights of “American Taliban”

Written by Don Byrd
John Walker Lindh, known as the “American Taliban” because he is a U.S. citizen who was captured in 2001 fighting with the Taliban in Afghanistan, has won a religious freedom challenge.

Virginia State Senator to Introduce Constitutional Amendment on Prayer

Written by Don Byrd
State Senator Bill Stanley says he will introduce an amendment to the Virginia Constitution that would ensure the right to pray publicly.

Lawsuit Challenges NH Tax Credit Program as Unconstitutional School Voucher

Written by Don Byrd
The ACLU and Americans United filed suit yesterday against the State of New Hampshire over a tax credit program they say improperly sends taxpayer funds to religious schools in violation of the state’s constitution.

More Contraception Coverage Rulings, Plus Perspective on the Economics of Health

Written by Don Byrd
Over the last several days a handful of courts have dismissed complaints about the Affordable Care Act’s contraception coverage mandate because the rule has yet to be finalized.

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