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… chilling effect they could have on those who live and work according to their deeply held beliefs.   Section 1557 of … represent Lainey Armistead, who played soccer at West Virginia State University. Lainey intervened in a federal … But we stand ready to defend Holston Home and similar ministries should the Biden administration start to enforce …

… Why? Because they took a stand for their right to live according to their religious beliefs—beliefs that some governments have labeled unpopular … and Breanna faced up to six months in jail, $2,500 in fines, and three years of probation for each day that they …

… prayer requests, connects interested customers to local churches, hosts events where community members can meet … were to defy this law, they could have faced unlimited fines and damages. This would have violated their First … and Title VII. This means the bookstore is free to operate according to its beliefs and explain its faith to customers …

… burden on families, or compromise their religious beliefs about their child’s education. Such a choice should …

… was free to continue serving children and families according to their beliefs. ADF is also representing the Christian Employers … of their children A school district in Albemarle County, Virginia, enacted an “Anti-Racism Policy” that teaches …

… receive an education that aligns with their religious beliefs is a top priority. Religious schools have the First Amendment right to operate according to their beliefs, and parents should be able to … law threatens the school’s ability to teach and operate according to its faith. Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish v. …

… qualified foster care providers to serve children freely according to their beliefs, the City froze all foster care … a single complaint about how Catholic Social Services was operating its ministry. The City was determined to punish … the government’s or shut down. ADF has represented other ministries—including New Hope Family Services  in New York …

… to compete against females, or vice versa.   Americans’ beliefs on gender in sports According to a new Gallup poll , 69 percent of Americans … sex. 47 percent said they should be able to play in sports according to their gender identity, and about 6 percent were …

… the case with Harrisonburg City Public Schools (HCPS) in Virginia. Prior to the 2021-2022 school year, HCPS modified … the treatment of transgender students. While the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) had developed new … involved in this case have sincerely held religious beliefs that govern and inform their views about human …

… of religion or freedom from religion. Section 16 of the Virginia Declaration of Rights, adopted in 1776, encapsulates … ruled that the Commission was wrong to punish Jack for operating his business according to his religious beliefs … long-serving, trusted chaplain.   The bottom line Artists, ministries, and chaplains all contribute to their …