FIRST LOOK

FLI Once Again Leads the Fight for Religious Schools Facing Unconstitutional Restrictions

Learn about FLI’s ongoing defense of religious schools in California and Texas, where two private Christian schools have had their reopening plans blocked by the unlawful order of a county judge—even though the schools were careful to put extensive health and safety measures in place.

Jorge Gomez & Sydney Swift Contributing Writers • 4 min read

THE ROAD TO TYRANNY

America or Belarus? Shocking Similarities in Oppression of Religious Communities

In this feature, we’ll explore some shocking parallels between America and the tyrannical regime in Belarus, one of the most repressive nations in Europe. The similarities in religious oppression are an important wake-up call illustrating what happens when government becomes the supreme authority and demands that religious communities bow in submission.

Marlee Tomlinson Contributing Writer • 4 min read

CHRISTIAN VIDEOGRAPHER WINS IN COURT

Will the Oregon Court of Appeals Get the Picture and Vindicate Melissa Klein’s Religious Freedom?

Recently, a federal judge in Kentucky issued an important decision protecting the religious liberty of a Christian wedding photographer, ruling that it would violate her constitutional rights if local officials forced her to express celebratory messages about same-sex weddings. Learn why this adds more hope for a final victory in the SweetCakes by Melissa case.

Jorge Gomez Senior Writer • 4 min read

RAISING OUR RELIGIOUS IQ

Why Religious Pluralism and Literacy Matter for the Future of Religious Freedom in America

To have any chance of seriously mitigating common misperceptions of religious freedom, people of faith must publicly demonstrate a sincere commitment to religious pluralism and its counterpart, religious literacy.

Andrew D. Graham Executive Director for Policy and Education & Senior Fellow • 11 min read

NTGD: EARLY GIVING IS UNDER WAY

Give Today: Special “Bonus Pool” Helps Increase the Impact of Your Gift

North Texas Giving Day is in less than 2 weeks, and there’s 2 important things to know:

1. You don’t have to be a Texan to participate.
2. You don’t have to wait until Sept. 17th to join the fight for religious liberty!

Plus, the folks behind North Texas Giving Day are giving extra money to each group out of a Bonus Pool this year—which means the more you give, the more impact you’ll have!

Schedule your donation now!