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… an exemption for ice cream trucks, but not for churches. “Pastors and churches shouldn’t live in fear of being punished or penalized by the government,” said ADF Senior Legal Counsel Erik Stanley. “Certainly, no pastor … like-minded organizations defending the right of people to freely live out their faith. Launched in 1994, ADF employs a …

… Harry Truman signed into law a joint resolution by Congress to set aside an annual National Day of Prayer. Congress amended the law in 1988, which was signed by … 7th Circuit 7/8/2010 Trial Court Appeal 4/22/2010 Resource ADF letter to mayors 4/16/2010 Trial Court Opinion and order …

… to sell food to all people, but East Lansing won’t let him ADF attorneys represent Michigan family farmer in challenge … pressure him, telling Country Mill Farms that they did not want the farm at the next scheduled market the following … organization that advocates for the right of people to freely live out their faith.   # # # | Ref. 57560 Related …

… is on staff and that the county advises them to speak to a medical professional about their pregnancy. The … pregnancy centers offer real help that many women want. The government cannot stifle these centers just because … fear their hopeful message,” said lead counsel and ADF allied attorney Mark Rienzi. “No government, in a quest …

… ADF to Supreme Court: Govt isn’t neutral if it treats the religious worse than everyone else ADF files opening brief on behalf of Missouri church that … organization that advocates for the right of people to freely live out their faith.   # # # | Ref. 36395 Related …

… and the ACLU that the events coordinator had acted without the O’Reillys’ knowledge and that Jim and Mary … operate a business according to your deeply held beliefs without the fear of being punished by the government. The ability to own and operate a business without hosting events with which you disagree.   Our role in …

… 22 states support Masterpiece cake artist's right to create freely Colorado Supreme Court receives numerous … express a message that violates their core beliefs,” said ADF Senior Counsel Jake Warner. “More than a decade ago, … must create “the cake anyway. But compelling Phillips to speak contrary to his religious beliefs violates the First …

… ADF answers Colorado at US Supreme Court: 'Artists shouldn't be forced to express what govt dictates' ADF attorneys file reply brief on behalf of … organization that advocates for the right of people to freely live out their faith.   # # # | Ref. 17556 Related …

… in on whether EEOC, courts can redefine ‘sex’ without Congress ADF attorneys represent Michigan funeral home punished … to rely on what the law is—not what government agencies want it to be—when they create and enforce employment …

… US Supreme Court: Govt can't discriminate against faith-based adoption agencies ADF: Now high court should take case of Barronelle Stutzman, … businesses face unconstitutional government coercion and punishment, all because they won’t act contrary to their …