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… — even by those who follow no religion — and there are many reasons why. Written by Alliance Defending Freedom … of government punishment. Here in the United States, the First Amendment protects our right to peacefully exercise any …

… perpetrate—as the director of the Planned Parenthood in Storm Lake, Iowa. She was telling the story of the time her center … program. It pioneered this method because so few doctors are willing to do abortions. Physicians understand that an …

… Mission found him. Today, Richard has been drug-free for over five years, and he now works for the same ministry that … thriving lives. And it’s successful. About 70% of clients are either working or in school two years after graduating … recovery programs. And about 25% of the Mission’s staff are former clients. This amazing track record would not be …

… been denied this right. City officials have ignored the First Amendment  and created censorship zones around many … abortion facility employees to shout down and speak over pro-life sidewalk counselors. This clearly violates the … President of Appellate Advocacy John Bursch . “While we are pleased that Pittsburgh’s ordinance can’t be enforced …

… professors, speaking engagements outside of the classroom are a common occurrence. Lectures, conferences, and panel … 15 years. When he arrived at the school in 2003, he took over a struggling program. But after many years of careful … be prohibited from punishing him.   What's at stake? The First Amendment guarantees to every American the fundamental …

… fiscal year alone. From 2017 to 2021, the system served over 10,000 children annually. Washington’s Department of … moving between homes) and who can take in children who are older or have special needs and can be difficult to … State officials ignored a previous court ruling The First Amendment ensures that Americans cannot be forced to …

… vulnerable women faced with an unplanned pregnancy?” Here are their responses:   Kristen Waggoner CEO, President & … the quick, easy, liberating solution they were promised. Over the years, thousands of pregnancy centers, maternity … are two key areas the pro-life movement can focus on. First, we need to support not only women but also men who are …

… today. Now, many administrators and college students are arguing to restrict free speech. More and more , people … of free speech in civilized society. What speech does the First Amendment protect? The First Amendment states, … ADF filed a demand letter , the university allowed a “ do-over ” event where proper security ensured the event could …

… State Legislatures Are at the Front Lines of Securing Generational Wins … federal government overreach by taking a stand for the First Amendment rights of their states’ residents. Here are a … of protections for female athletes. In just three years, over a third of all states have taken up the charge and …

… religious liberty that I have seen in my years litigating First Amendment cases since 1984 has been the extreme … schools during non-school hours. ADF fought this case over a 20-year period (1995-2015). New York City public … governmental exclusion or censorship simply because they are religious. Image Jordan Lorence Senior Counsel, Director …