The Incredible Shrinking Free Exercise Clause
How did we get to the point where the infringement of a religious obligation is constitutionally irrelevant despite the existence in the text of a constitutional protection of religion?
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Dorito & Pepsi Eucharist, Hate-Pastor Smackdown, and Egyptian Muslims Shield Christians
The week in religion.
Read MoreJulian Assange Nativity, Castro’s Hanukkah, & a Burger Blessing
Come donkey, it’s time to pray.
Read MoreTaking On The Religious Right…In Kansas? Yes.
Liberals can use sharp contrasts in social positions to their advantage, without waffling or apologizing. No, really.
Read MoreFreak Show at Supreme Court
Phelpses tell supporters of their First Amendment rights to go to hell.
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Growing Up Gay in 666: Fred Phelps in Retrospect
Growing up in Topeka, Kansas, wasn’t exactly Hell—not for me anyway. Then again, I spent most of my 18 formative years there hiding from Topeka’s foremost biblical authority, the infamous anti-gay funeral picketer, Rev. Fred Phelps. As a child I had a secret buried deep within…
Read MoreMotivations of “God Hates Fags” Church’s Philosophy
On eve of Supreme Court case, a look at the theological roots of Westboro Baptist.
Read MorePhelps’ Vile Words Test First Amendment
A visit to Westboro Baptist Church.
Read MoreJudge Rules Law Prohibiting Picketing Outside Military Funerals Unconstitutional
Law was targeted at Fred “God Hates Fags” Phelps’ protests.
Read MoreCould Fred Phelps Bring Tolerance To Mississippi Community?
Students who attended fake prom to keep out gay student might see the worst in themselves.
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