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Introducing Our Blog: Your Hub for Advocacy, Education, and Connection
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new Interfaith Alliance blog! This exciting addition to our online presence will be your go-to source for the latest updates, insights, and resources related to our mission of fostering a resilient, inclusive democracy and countering Christian nationalism. With new posts each week, we aim to keep you informed and engaged with the critical issues surrounding religious freedom, civil rights, and the dynamic intersections of faith and democracy.
At Interfaith Alliance, our mission is to build powerful alliances among people of diverse faiths and beliefs to ensure that America's promise of religious freedom and civil rights is upheld for everyone. Our blog will reflect this mission by offering a platform for advocacy, mobilization, and education. We’ll also raise awareness about the harms of religious extremism and Christian nationalism, which threaten our rights and freedoms.
From in-depth analysis of federal and state policy issues to updates on our advocacy efforts and mobilization strategies, our content will provide valuable insights into how we work to challenge extremism and support the fundamental freedoms of belief and religious practice.
We will showcase the stories and experiences of those who are making a difference, highlight ongoing challenges and successes, and offer practical advice on how you can get involved. Whether you are a long-time supporter or new to our cause, we hope our blog will be a source of inspiration and a call to action in the ongoing work of building a more inclusive and just society.
Stay tuned for our upcoming posts, and don’t forget to subscribe to our email updates to ensure you receive the latest news from Interfaith Alliance. Together, through advocacy, education, and the power of interfaith community, we can make a meaningful impact and uphold the values that define our democracy. Welcome to the conversation!
A Victory for Religious Freedom and Public Education
The Senate Parliamentarian just struck a major blow to efforts to undermine public education and erode the separation of religion and government. The proposed national school voucher program, modeled on the so-called Educational Choice for Children Act, has been removed from the Senate’s budget reconciliation package after being ruled in violation of the Byrd Rule.
National Faith Coalition Stands Up for Reproductive and Religious Freedom
Last week, Interfaith Alliance proudly joined the launch of Faithful Majority for Reproductive Freedom, the first national faith-based coalition dedicated to advancing reproductive and religious freedom. This coalition unites diverse faith organizations committed to challenging the harmful falsehood that religion opposes reproductive health care.
Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Ruling Against Louisiana’s Ten Commandments Law is a Big Win for Religious Freedom
Interfaith Alliance, a leading advocate for healthy boundaries between religion and government, welcomed the ruling by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals that prevents Louisiana from enforcing its unconstitutional law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments. Interfaith Alliance was one of 19 religious organizations that co-signed a friend-of-the-court brief in the case.