News From The Week Of September 2 - 6, 2019

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September has finally arrived! What better time than back-to-school season to announce the winners of AU’s annual essay contest for high school students.

Need a lift because it’s hard to say goodbye to summer?

Keep scrolling (or click right here) to read their inspiring winning essays: [link removed]

Our three finalists wrote thoughtful, powerful essays about the unprecedented responsibility of their generation to defend religious freedom. I was deeply encouraged by their understanding of the importance of separating religion and government and how crucial it is to everyone from religious minorities to LGBTQ people to women.

At AU, we realize that preserving church-state separation is an intergenerational endeavor. That’s why we are committing ourselves to bringing more young people and students into our movement.

What can you do to help reach the next generation of leaders? How about buying an AU membership for your kid or grandkid? I’ve heard it’s fun and “retro” (in a good way!) to get our Church & State magazine each month. Use this link: [link removed]

Thanks for your unwavering commitment to Americans United and freedom of conscience for all!

With hope and determination,

Rachel K. Laser
President and CEO

Americans United Announces the winners of the 2019 Student Essay Contest:
High school juniors and seniors were asked to write about what the next generation can do to counter the regressive political agenda that seeks to misuse religious freedom to justify discrimination against the LGBTQ community, women, religious minorities and the nonreligious.
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New Poll Shows Once Again That Religious Extremists Don’t Appreciate Religious Freedom:
Religious Right leaders of late have been getting worked up over a new poll that shows that young Americans aren’t as enthusiastic about things like patriotism, belief in God and having children as religious extremists would like.
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Thousands Submit Public Comments Opposing Employment Discrimination:
Under a newly proposed rule, government contractors could use any religious litmus test they want to discriminate against employees. The period for public comments closes on September 16th. Join us by submitting your comment today.
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