Religious Freedom
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A father’s love carved in fire
When Hamas attacked on October 7, firefighter Gil Ta’asa gave his life shielding his sons. His sacrifice reveals a timeless truth about fatherhood, manhood, and covenantal love that speaks to our fractured age.
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Why religion strengthens families – and why policy should protect it
A new Sutherland Institute report shows that religious practice strengthens marriage, parenting, and child outcomes. Protecting religious freedom is key to supporting strong families and thriving communities.
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Religious Contributions to the Family: Social Benefits of Religion, Volume 5
The inclusion of religious freedom in the Bill of Rights reflects that external “supports,” like religion, are essential for a free society.
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SCOTUS ruling in Mahmoud v. Taylor strengthens parents’ educational rights, partnership with schools
This important case is a win for families and the Constitution, and it points the way forward for stronger collaboration between parents and schools.
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Context for Supreme Court’s upcoming religious freedom decision
Mahmoud v. Taylor, a case on parental rights and religious freedom in schools, could shape the future of education policy.
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Another unanimous win for religious freedom at the Supreme Court
The Court’s support for religious freedom is a bright spot in our current political climate.
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Religious Contributions to Mental Health: Social Benefits of Religion, Volume 4
The benefits of religion related to improved mental health do not accrue only to people of faith who directly experience them.
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How faith bolsters mental health
Religion is not only valuable for protecting believers but has significant benefits for all members of the community.
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Forced to facilitate abortion? A church challenges Washington’s health coverage law
A church in Washington is challenging a state law that requires it to provide abortion coverage in employee health care plans.
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Curated Insights: Sutherland launches new weekly policy newsletters
Sutherland unveiled weekly policy-specific newsletters to help enhance its reach, impact, and influence on key issues facing Utah and the nation.