THIS IS THE ONE

Coach Kennedy’s Case Presents a Rare Opportunity to Reclaim the Free Exercise Clause

On January 25th, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit will hear oral argument in Coach Kennedy’s case for the second time. His case could be the one to overturn a bad precedent that’s been used to erode religious liberty for 30 years—and could help deliever a victory that ensures millions of Americans no longer have to choose between their jobs and their faith.

Mike Berry General Counsel • 5 min read

ROUND 2 SET FOR JAN. 25

Preview of Coach Kennedy’s Second Showdown at the Ninth Circuit

On this week’s First Liberty Live!, FLI Executive General Counsel Hiram Sasser joins us for the first episode in our three-part Coach Joe Kennedy Oral Argument Special. Watch Hiram’s in-depth discussion covering all the steps along the way that have brought Coach Kennedy’s case to this point, including an inside look at what to expect during next week’s oral arguments at the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Jorge Gomez Senior Writer • 3 min read + video

THE GREATEST CHECK TO TYRANNY

America’s Houses of Worship: The Last Line of Defense for Freedom

With liberty under impending threat, our nation is at a crossroads. We are in a time when people of faith are America’s last line of defense—a moment when we must stand unwavering in our commitment to protect and defend our First Freedom more than ever before.

Marlee Tomlinson Contributing Writer • 6 min read

INDOCTRINATION VS. EDUCATION

Canceling Accreditation of Faith-Based Schools Would Destroy Religious Education

Since America’s founding, religious education has been essential in preserving freedom. But today there’s an impending threat to religious colleges and other faith-based institutions. The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) recently published a policy “wish list” demanding that any school—including religious schools—that do not satisfy its criteria should be stripped of its accreditation.

Kelle Berry Contributing Writer • 5 min read