The Religion and Faith team at the Center for American Progress (@amprog)
Washington, DC
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Religious leaders and activists are among the most powerful advocates for an inclusive democracy where everyone has a vote and a voice.
Our new report, developed in partnership with @AuburnSeminary, explores the values of the pro-democracy faith movement. americanprogress.org/issues/…
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At Jesuit universities, the government’s D.E.I. crackdown is an attack on religious freedom
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After the attack on Jewish demonstrators in Boulder, Colorado, @NeeraTanden, president and CEO of CAP, issued the following statement: americanprogress.org/press/s…
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BREAKING: Supreme Court sidesteps religious charter school question for now with 4-4 vote, creating no national precedent and letting the Oklahoma Supreme Court decision — which does not allow the religious charter school — stand. supremecourt.gov/opinions/24…
![SUPREME COURT OF THE UNITED STATES Nos. 24–394 and 24–396 OKLAHOMA STATEWIDE CHARTER SCHOOL BOARD, ET AL., PETITIONERS 24–394 v. GENTNER DRUMMOND, ATTORNEY GENERAL OF OKLAHOMA, EX REL. OKLAHOMA ST. ISIDORE OF SEVILLE CATHOLIC VIRTUAL SCHOOL, PETITIONER 24–396 v. GENTNER DRUMMOND, ATTORNEY GENERAL OF OKLAHOMA, EX REL. OKLAHOMA ON WRITS OF CERTIORARI TO THE SUPREME COURT OF OKLAHOMA [May 22, 2025] PER CURIAM. The judgment is affirmed by an equally divided Court. JUSTICE BARRETT took no part in the consideration or decision of these cases.](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Grjy77EXEAAge99.png?name=orig)
ALT SUPREME COURT OF THE UNITED STATES Nos. 24–394 and 24–396 OKLAHOMA STATEWIDE CHARTER SCHOOL BOARD, ET AL., PETITIONERS 24–394 v. GENTNER DRUMMOND, ATTORNEY GENERAL OF OKLAHOMA, EX REL. OKLAHOMA ST. ISIDORE OF SEVILLE CATHOLIC VIRTUAL SCHOOL, PETITIONER 24–396 v. GENTNER DRUMMOND, ATTORNEY GENERAL OF OKLAHOMA, EX REL. OKLAHOMA ON WRITS OF CERTIORARI TO THE SUPREME COURT OF OKLAHOMA [May 22, 2025] PER CURIAM. The judgment is affirmed by an equally divided Court. JUSTICE BARRETT took no part in the consideration or decision of these cases.
Pope Francis' legacy will be his compassion for the marginalized, stewardship of the Earth, and humility. Like all people, he was imperfect, but pushed for crucial reforms to the Catholic Church. As we remember his life, let us embrace these shared, interfaith tenets of kindness.
This is an important win for religious freedom! Christian nationalism is on the rise in Louisiana and across the country, but Americans of all beliefs can unite against it.
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Once more with feeling: “religion” isn’t opposed to #LGBTQ rights. Congress needs to pass the #EqualityAct bit.ly/3zlS4zb
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Calling all DACA-eligible people:
We’re working with @UnitedWeDream and @NILC on our annual survey to give DACA-eligible people space to share the impact #DACA has had on their lives.
Take a few minutes to fill it out here:
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"Government employees should not be able to coerce or pressure children in public school on how or when to pray. That’s exactly what happened in this case, and it’s a violation of religious freedom."
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Today, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. Patrick Gaspard, president and CEO of CAP, released the following statement:
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🚨🚨🚨 BREAKING: Catholics for Choice Condemns the Supreme Court’s Religiously‑Motivated Gutting of Abortion Rights
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Finally, this piece, by our friends @GuthrieGF & @MaggieM_S & published by @CAPfaith, is required reading for the facts about Christian nationalism & the grave threat it poses to our country.
#FactsMatter
#KnowledgeIsPower
#DisinfoDebunk
#TheMoreYouKnow
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Jill and I extend our warmest wishes to all who are celebrating Eid al-Fitr. As Muslims around the world conclude the month of Ramadan, may the spirit of community, compassion, and service we have witnessed over the month continue throughout the year.
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1. McMorrow: "My mother taught me ... Christianity and faith (is) about being part of a community, about recognizing our privilege and blessings and doing what we can to be of service to others — especially people who are marginalized, targeted, and who had less, often unfairly."
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H/T to @CAPfaith Christian Nationalism Is ‘Single Biggest Threat’ to America’s Religious Freedom americanprogress.org/article…
#HappyVaisakhi2022 from @CAPfaith to all who are celebrating!
Happy Vaisakhi to all our Sikh siblings celebrating around the world today.
On this day, we reflect on our values of love, oneness, and service, as well as the historical contributions and sacrifices of our community.
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“I believe that the single biggest threat to religious freedom in the United States today is Christian nationalism.”
Check out our interview with Amanda Tyler, co-host of the Baptist Joint Committee's podcast, “Respecting Religion."
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Don't miss @AmandaTylerBJC's conversation with
@CAPfaith on Supreme Court cases, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the biggest threats to religious freedom today: americanprogress.org/article…
