FIRST LOOK

Religious Liberty is Helping Reopen America

In a recent Newsweek editorial, I explained that for people of faith, temporary limitations on the freedom to meet together have impacted one of the church’s most fundamental doctrines—communal gatherings. But the lesson we can learn from this crisis is that the free exercise of religion is for more than merely the faithful. It is the cornerstone upon which a nation of freedom is built.

Kelly Shackelford CEO and Chief Counsel • 5 min read

LETTER TO THE PENTAGON

First Liberty Asks Defense Secretary to Protect Service Members’ Religious Liberty

Recently, the Military Religious Freedom Foundation publicly demanded immediate adverse action against several Army chaplains for carrying out their constitutionally-mandated mission. In response, First Liberty is urging Secretary of Defense Mark Esper to issue guidance that strongly protects religious freedom within the Department of Defense.

Jorge Gomez Senior Writer • 3 min read

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

First Liberty Live: Special Military Appreciation Month Event with Exclusive Guests

This week, as part of our celebration and observance of Military Appreciation Month, First Liberty hosted a special live event to help you learn more about the current state of religious liberty in America’s military. In this exclusive video, FLI’s General Counsel, Mike Berry, is joined by several guests, including US Army Lt. Col. Allen West, US USAF Col. Leland Bohannon and US Navy Chaplain Wes Modder.

Jorge Gomez Senior Writer • 2 min read + video

JUDGING BY THE NUMBERS

Pres. Trump’s Nominee for the DC Circuit: Another Strong Protector of Religious Liberty

Judge Justin Walker was recently nominated by the president for a lifetime judgeship on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit. First Liberty’s analysis of his record reveals that he is strongly committed to protecting the Constitution and religious freedom. Learn why his nomination is critical to filling a vacancy on “the nation’s second most important court.”

Jorge Gomez Senior Writer • 5 min read

MEMORIAL DAY

Honoring America’s Fallen Heroes by Keeping Their Memorials Standing

There are many ways to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice: We can offer prayers of thanksgiving, hold a moment of silence during the day, attend a remembrance vigil or participate in a special memorial service. This Memorial Day, we’re taking a look back at the landmark win for the Bladensburg WWI Veterans Memorial, a victory that will ensure the legacy of America’s fallen heroes remains alive.

Jorge Gomez Senior Writer • 5 min read

SIGN THE PETITION

Calling Congress to Protect America’s Houses of Worship as They Reopen

The faith community nationwide is going “All In Together” to help ensure that legal attacks on people of faith don’t occur during the reopening phase. Right now, we need YOU to join the national effort by signing this petition.

Jorge Gomez Senior Writer • 3 min read

MONTHLY GIVING CAMPAIGN

Help Us Fight Back Against Brazen Attacks on Military Service Members’ Religious Freedom

It’s a cruel insult that those who sacrificed for our liberties should have their own freedoms attacked. No one is safe from this assault—not chaplains, not an inspirational dog-tag business, not even a 100-year-old decorated WWII veteran. We need you to stand with us as we fight back against this outrageous hostility.

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