FIRST LOOK

The First Iraq War Soldier Buried in Arlington National Cemetery Wore Shields of Strength

When U.S. Army Capt. Russell Rippetoe made the ultimate sacrifice, he was wearing a Shield of Strength, displaying a cross, a U.S. flag and a Biblical reference to Joshua 1:9. Today, our nation pays homage to his service by displaying his Shield at the Smithsonian Museum in Washington, D.C.

Jorge Gomez Senior Writer • 5 min read

SILENT LIGHTS

‘Tis the Season to Fight in Court Over Baby Jesus, Holiday Décor and Christmas Carols

In this special new Christmas episode of Legal-Ease, we take a look at some of the ridiculous attacks that tend to surface during the holidays. “The most wonderful time of the year” is no exception to the all out war on faith, and it shows us how far we’ve strayed from our country’s foundational values.

Lathan Watts Director of Legal Communications • 6 min read + video

NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS

Will the Supreme Court Uphold the Church’s Right to Choose?

The Ninth Circuit recently ruled that courts have the authority to interfere in the church’s affairs, including their selection of priests, rabbis and ministers. Now, the Supreme Court has an opportunity to definitively rule that these decisions should be between a church and its members, not the government.

Jorge Gomez Senior Writer • 5 min read

TRUE GENEROSITY

When You Give Your All, It Feels Like It Costs You Nothing

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