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Read the latest press releases, blog posts, and State of Belief episodes from our team in Washington, D.C., our network of faith leaders and affiliates across the United States.

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Analysis
April 24, 2025

What is Pam Bondi’s Anti-Christian bias task force? Everything you need to know

On February 6, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order addressing so-called “anti-Christian bias” in the United States. The Anti-Christian Bias Task Force, created by the executive order, held its first meeting on April 22, 2025. The task force is chaired by Attorney General Pam Bondi. 

State of Belief
April 21, 2025

Remembering Pope Francis: Father James Martin Reflects on LGBTQ+ inclusion, environmentalism, and compassionate leadership

Explore the lasting legacy of Pope Francis through the eyes of Father James Martin. From LGBTQ+ inclusion and environmentalism to his compassionate leadership, reflect on what made Pope Francis a transformative figure.

Analysis
April 15, 2025

April 20th and the Insurrection Act: How to Be Prepared

In a time when so many deeply disturbing and dangerous things are happening that threaten our democracy, it’s important to do our best to remain calm, alert and prepared to respond to new threats – and to pay considered attention to reports and information about what could come next. 

General
April 3, 2025

National Faith Mobilization Call Recap

Last night, Interfaith Alliance hosted a National Faith Mobilization Call with MoveOn, Indivisible, Horizons Project, Emgage, Bend the Arc, Kairos Center and Faith In Action. Our conversation was so powerful.

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Analysis
March 20, 2025

Fighting Oppression Through Unity: IA of SWFL’s Stand for LGBTQ+ Rights

Interfaith Alliance of Southwest Florida is showing up for the Naples LGBTQ+ community, despite attacks from hate groups and their city council.

Analysis
March 19, 2025

A Crucial Test for Church-State Separation: St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School v. Drummond

In April 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear the consolidated cases of St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School v. Drummond and Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board v. Drummond which could redefine the boundary between religion and government in public education.

Press Release
March 19, 2025

79 Kentucky Faith Leaders Ask Gov. Beshear to Support Religious Freedom by Vetoing Ten Commandments Display at Kentucky Capitol

Press Release
March 18, 2025

166 Texas Faith Leaders Urge Lawmakers to Protect Religious Freedom by Rejecting Ten Commandments Displays in Public School Classrooms

State of Belief
March 17, 2025

Navigating the Narrow Bridge: Congressman Eric Swalwell and the Fight for Democracy

This week on The State of Belief, Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush talks with Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-CA). They cover democracy, courage, faith, personal integrity, and community action in a post-January 6th, Trump-led America.

Media Coverage
March 16, 2025

MSNBC: Why Trump’s attacks on DEI are anti-Christian | Opinion