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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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Trump DOJ Report on “Anti-Christian Bias” Is Abominably Hypocritical
Interfaith Alliance, a leading national advocate for religious freedom and civil rights, today denounced a new report by the Trump Department of Justice’s “anti-Christian bias task force,” which absurdly accused the Biden Administration of “radical efforts to punish Christians.”
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NSPM-7: Co-opting National Security to Suppress Dissent
The memorandum NSPM-7 enables the administration to investigate and prosecute individuals and entities it deems to be a threat to national security. In reality, NSPM-7 is a method to suppress free speech; it is not designed to actually address national security concerns.
What the Separation of Church and State Means Today with Rev. Dr. Randall Balmer
Rev. Dr. Randall Balmer joins host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush to discuss his latest book, "America's Best Idea: The Separation of Church and State", about a foundational – and increasingly endangered – American principle. He highlights the historical roots of this separation, the modern threat of religious majoritarianism, and the need for courageous, hopeful action to protect true religious freedom.
Faith Communities Urge Senate to Protect SNAP and Health Care in Shutdown Vote
Just days ago, on Tuesday, November 4, I joined a determined group of faith leaders and advocates from diverse faith traditions at the United States Senate to deliver a faith letter carrying an urgent appeal: hold the line. Do not reopen the government without protecting the essential benefits people need to survive.
Faith Leaders Support Rhode Island State Council of Churches Lawsuit to Maintain SNAP
WASHINGTON — Interfaith Alliance, a leading national advocate for religious freedom and civil rights, recognizes the courage of the Rhode Island State Council of Churches (RISCC) for suing the Trump administration over its attempt to halt the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the government shutdown.
