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Interfaith Alliance condemns Sen. Moreno’s outrageous attack on religious freedom
October 29, 2026

Interfaith Alliance condemns Sen. Moreno’s outrageous attack on religious freedom

Interfaith Alliance, a leading national advocate for religious freedom and civil rights, today condemned the comments made by US Senator Bernie Moreno (R-OH) at a campaign rally on Wednesday, where he attacked Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, a Muslim, saying he “can be nowhere near Washington, DC” in part because he does not understand that “Jesus came here for our salvation.

MS NOW (Opinion): That Bible verse San Francisco Giants players wrote on Pride caps does not say what they think it does
June 17, 2026

MS NOW (Opinion): That Bible verse San Francisco Giants players wrote on Pride caps does not say what they think it does

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Press Release
February 10, 2025

Interfaith Alliance Leads Faith Organizations Denouncing Trump’s Assault on Civil Service 

Interfaith Alliance and 18 faith organizations call on President Trump and Vice President Vance to stop undermining civil service and weaponizing the government. In a powerful letter, these groups stand united in defending democracy, civil rights, and critical public services. Read more about their commitment to justice and multi-faith democracy.

Media Coverage
February 10, 2025

Trump isn’t defending religious communities — he’s waging war on them | Opinion

President Trump’s new executive order claims to combat anti-Christian bias, but his rhetoric continues a long-standing effort by the political right to weaponize religious freedom for partisan gain. Read more about his speech at the National Prayer Breakfast and the implications for religious liberty in America.

Press Release
January 27, 2025

Interfaith Alliance Supports Lawsuit Over ICE Arrests at Houses of Worship

Interfaith Alliance, a champion of religious freedom and multi-faith democracy, supports a lawsuit by Quaker groups against the Trump administration's policy allowing immigration arrests in places of worship. Partnered with Democracy Forward, Interfaith Alliance advocates for the protection of religious sanctuaries and the rights of all faith communities to practice without fear.

Media Coverage
January 24, 2025

 I joined C-SPAN’s “Washington Journal” To Talk Religion and Politics

Join the discussion on C-SPAN's "Washington Journal" as we explore the crucial role of faith leaders in defending civil rights, religious freedom, and democracy against current challenges. Watch the full interview to learn how diverse faith communities are standing up for the vulnerable and challenging harmful policies.

Media Coverage
January 22, 2025

Trump’s angry response to a viral sermon should worry all Christians | Opinion

Episcopal Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde delivers a compelling sermon at Washington National Cathedral, challenging executive orders affecting vulnerable communities. President Trump responds with criticism on Truth Social, sparking a debate on faith and politics.

Press Release
January 21, 2025

Interfaith Alliance Alarmed by Hateful Policies and Actions On Trump’s First Day in Office

Interfaith Alliance, a leader in defending religious freedom and multi-faith democracy, expresses deep concern over President Trump's initial actions, which threaten diversity and constitutional rights. The organization stands firm against policies rooted in bigotry and discrimination, advocating for unity and civil rights through interfaith collaboration.

Rev. Paul Raushenbush on CNN

On February 10, 2025, Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush - president and CEO of Interfaith Alliance - appeared on CNN discussing Trump's creation of a task force to investigate the federal government's "targeting" of Christians.

In the media

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Next ‘No Kings’ act is early voting in midterms
Ashley Murray
Juneau Independent, Alaska
The next act for the No Kings movement: Early voting in the midterms
Ashley Murray
News from the States
‘The Vote is Sacred’ bus tour stops in Lewiston
Mark LaFlamme
Lewiston Sun Journal, Maine
North Texas coalition of Black pastors encourages congregants to vote as faith leaders mobilize ahead of election
Isabella Volmert
The Dallas Morning News, Texas
Black church leaders broaden voter outreach ahead of midterm elections
Adelle Banks
Religious News Service
Faith leaders gather in Pittsburgh to promote voting ahead of election - WTAE
Marcie Cipriani
WTAE (ABC affiliate), Pennsylvania
"Vote Is Sacred" Tour Stops In Cleveland
Tiffany Tarpley
News 5 Cleveland (Broadcast), Ohio
‘The Vote Is Sacred’: National tour stops in Cleveland to encourage voter participation
Maya Lockett
News 5 Cleveland, Ohio
The Interfaith Alliance Bus Tour
Sydni Walker
KCAU (ABC affiliate), Iowa
Today in Iowa
Calyn Thompson
WHO 13 (NBC affiliate), Iowa
Faith leaders urge Iowa voters to protect civil rights at polls
Isabelle Foland
Des Moines Register, Iowa
KGAN-DT2 (FOX) CBS 2 Iowa syndication
Abigail Homrock
KGAN-DT2 FOX (Fox affiliate), Iowa
The Vote Is Sacred’ tour brings multi-faith voting message to Cedar Rapids
Abigail Homrock
CBS 2 Iowa, Iowa
See 'The Vote is Sacred' in Iowa at start of 9,000 mile journey
Isabelle Foland
Des Moines Register, Iowa
Faith Leaders Launch 15-State Voting Rights Bus Tour From Omaha Tri-Faith Campus
Priya Farrell
Hoodline Greater Omaha, Nebraska
‘The vote is sacred’ bus tour starts in Omaha
Olivia Reed
WOWT (NBC affiliate), Nebraska
The vote is sacred: Faith & the fight for democracy
Alexis Rice
The Sacred Slope (Podcast)
Clergy rally for voting rights, against gerrymandering at start of Interfaith bus tour
Brian Kaylor
A Public Witness
Christian Nationalism’s Grip on American Faith Is Finally Breaking
Rob Schenck
Mother Jones
The Rachel Maddow Show
Rachel Maddow
MS Now
KMBC 9 First News
KMBC ABC 9 News
KMBC ABC 9 News, Missouri
Bishop Budde appears in ad urging Americans to vote
Mark Wingfield
Baptist News Global
Vote is Sacred' Bus Tour makes first stop in Kansas City Monday
Jacob Meikel
Spectrum News Now Kansas City, Missouri
Vote is Sacred Bus Tour' will kick off in Omaha Tuesday at Tri-Faith Initiative
Marjie Ducey
The Omaha Herald, Nebraska
‘We'd Rather Be Prepared’: Faith Leaders Organize Ahead of Tense Midterms
Mitchell Atencio
Sojourners
Faith leaders organize to boost voter turnout ahead of midterms
Sarah D. Wire
USA Today
CBF and Alliance join others in promoting safe and fair elections
Jeff Brumley
Baptist News Global