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… include “sexual orientation” and “gender identity.” This change carried with it many potential consequences, one of … attempt to change the term “sex” in federal law to include “sexual orientation” and “gender identity.” … relied on statements the government made in response to ADF’s lawsuit contradicting the original mandate and claiming …

… of Christ Alliance Defending freedom filed a federal lawsuit to protect an Iowa church's freedom to operate according to its faith … Image Alliance Defending Freedom attorneys representing an Iowa church filed a federal lawsuit against members of the …

… Sue Thayer In 1991, Sue Thayer took a job at her local Iowa Planned Parenthood as an entry-level assistant. Case: … they put her in touch with Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF).  In 2011, on Sue’s behalf, ADF attorneys filed a “whistleblower” lawsuit under the federal False Claims Act and the Iowa False …

… while agreeing to serve everyone in accordance with the law – a practice approved by the Vermont Human Rights … hosting wedding events of any kind three months before the lawsuit even began. But the persecution of the Wildflower Inn … ordeal. “The Wildflower Inn has always served--and will continue to serve--everyone in our community. But no one can …

… hire those who do not subscribe to the group’s beliefs.” ADF Vice President of Appellate Advocacy John Bursch The … and applied for the position hoping to get the Mission to change those beliefs. When the Mission declined to hire him, he filed a lawsuit. In March 2021, the Washington Supreme Court …

… Court ruled in favor of artists who challenged a Phoenix law that would have compelled them to promote messages that … not under threat of criminal fines and jail time,” said ADF Senior Counsel Jonathan Scruggs, who argued the case … the following: Wisconsin — to protect a photography studio Iowa — to preserve a church’s freedom Massachusetts — to …

… favor of the Minnesota filmmakers who challenged a state law that compels them to promote messages with which they … know that great storytelling through film has the power to change hearts and minds. “As followers of Jesus, we believe … laws across America: Wisconsin — for a photography studio Iowa — for a church Massachusetts — to defend four churches …

… because of its Christian beliefs, misinterpreting the law in order to do so. The future of this vital ministry was at risk. That’s why Alliance Defending Freedom filed a lawsuit in 2018 on Downtown Hope Center’s behalf against the … be forced to sleep or disrobe next to a man,” said ADF Senior Counsel Kate Anderson. The Hope Center serves …

… punished Harris Funeral Homes for trying to follow the law as written and elevated politics above the interests of … make such a drastic shift. And make no mistake about it: a change like this has consequences for everyone. It could … in athletics, women’s shelters, and many other contexts.” ADF Vice President of Appellate Advocacy John Bursch These …

… climbed into the backseat of the car. “Mama, I’ve got bad news,” she told her mother Jennifer, who was picking her … mask. She was upset. “Mama,” she said, “they made me change masks. And it is against the rules.” “No, Baby,” … sharing her religious beliefs with fellow students,” said ADF Senior Counsel Tyson Langhofer , director of the ADF …