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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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Close-up of Zohran Mamdani and Brad Lander on Stephen Colbert's talk show
Analysis
June 30, 2025

In the Wake of the New York City Mayoral Primary, Muslims and Jews Stand Together Against Hate

New York State Assemblyman Zohran K. Mamdani won the Democratic nomination to become the New York City mayor. Despite his professed claims to the contrary and his repeated commitment to working with Jewish communities in New York, critics are accusing Mamdani of antisemitism and attacking him with a tremendous amount of anti-Muslim hate.

General
June 27, 2025

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.

Press Release
June 27, 2025

SCOTUS Ruling in Mahmoud v. Taylor Enables LGBTQ+ Discrimination, Harms True Religious Freedom

WASHINGTON, DC – Interfaith Alliance, a national leader in defending religious freedom and multi-faith democracy, is deeply disturbed by the Supreme Court’s ruling today in the case of Mahmoud v. Taylor. The decision clears the way for further discrimination against diverse groups and undermines public education. While falsely claiming the mantle of religious freedom, it in fact suppresses diversity and promotes exclusion.

Advocacy
June 27, 2025

Letter to Speaker Johnson: Make Clear that All People are Welcome in the Halls of Congress

Earlier this month, Giani Surinder Singh, the head granthi of the Gurdwara South Jersey Sikh Society, delivered a prayer on the floor of the House of Representatives. Congresswoman Mary Miller (R-IL) wrote in a since-deleted X post that it was "deeply troubling that a Sikh was allowed to lead prayer."

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Research
September 23, 2021

Interfaith Alliance Urges Supreme Court to Affirm Reproductive Freedom as a Matter of Religious Freedom

Interfaith Alliance's perspective on the upcoming Supreme Court case 'Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization', discussing the implications for reproductive rights and the impact on various communities.

Advocacy
June 23, 2021

"A Grassroots Approach to Combating Hate," A Panel Discussion

Discussion on the Jabara-Heyer NO HATE Act and grassroots efforts to combat hate-based violence with community leaders.

Press Release
May 6, 2021

Interfaith Group Calls National Day of Prayer "Problematic" for Religious Freedom

Interfaith Alliance criticizes the National Day of Prayer as a violation of church-state separation, emphasizing that true religious freedom includes the right not to pray.

Press Release
April 22, 2021

Religious Freedom Advocates Celebrate Passage of NO HATE Act

Religious Freedom Advocates celebrate the passage of the Jabara-Heyer NO HATE Act in the Senate, which aims to enhance hate crime data collection and support for victims.

Advocacy
March 12, 2021

PPP Loans Should Fund Small Businesses, Not Religious Activities

A critical analysis of the Paycheck Protection Program's impact on small businesses and religious institutions amid the COVID-19 pandemic, urging for reforms to ensure fair distribution of aid.

Media Coverage
February 26, 2021

"Confronting Christian Nationalism," A Panel Discussion

A discussion on the intersections of Christian nationalism, white supremacy, and inclusivity in democracy featuring Eric Ward and Holly Hollman.