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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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Advocacy
September 1, 2026

Faith groups express solidarity with Center for American Progress following Trump’s attacks

More than 150 organizations signed a new statement expressing solidarity with the Center for American Progress.

Advocacy
August 27, 2026

Children Should Not Be Turned Away from Publicly-Funded Preschools Because of Who Their Parents Are

Interfaith Alliance and our affiliate Interfaith Alliance of Colorado filed a friend of the court brief this week as part of our work on LGBTQ freedom and religious liberty. 

Advocacy
August 20, 2026

The Hearing That Should Have Never Happened

Earlier this month, the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Federal Courts held an anti-Muslim hearing. The empty seats beside Senator Cruz said more than any member's presence could have: this hearing never should have been rescheduled.

Advocacy
August 13, 2026

Reflections from the Interfaith Democracy Breakfast Roundtable

As a tribute to the legacy of Congressman John Lewis, faith and civil rights leaders - together with sitting Senators - gathered to discuss the work our communities are doing to protect the freedom to vote.

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General
November 22, 2024

Religious group takes stance against Bible-infused lessons in Texas schools

Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush discusses the impact of religious teachings in public education and the importance of personal control over faith education.

Advocacy
November 22, 2024

Interfaith Alliance’s ‘Vote is Sacred’ bus tour stops in Harrisburg ahead of election

Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush emphasizes the importance of inclusivity in religion for democracy during the 'The Vote is Sacred' bus tour in Harrisburg.

Advocacy
November 21, 2024

Texas’ Latest Attempt to Infuse Christianity into Elementary Schools

The Texas State Board of Education's decision to introduce a curriculum focusing on Christian Bible stories in public schools is challenged as an improper blending of religion and state, with calls for the preservation of religious freedom and inclusion of diverse viewpoints.

Advocacy
November 20, 2024

Baptist Minister: Texas Education Board Wrong to Back Bible Curriculum in Elementary Schools 

Interfaith Alliance expresses alarm over the Texas State Board of Education's decision to include biblical material in elementary school curriculums, highlighting concerns about the erosion of healthy boundaries between religion and government.

Advocacy
November 19, 2024

Religious Liberty Concerns With Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense

The post discusses concerns regarding the nomination of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense, highlighting issues related to religious extremism, as well as potential threats to religious liberty and diversity initiatives in the military.

Advocacy
November 19, 2024

H.R. 9495: A Dangerous Threat to Nonprofits and Free Speech

The article discusses the implications of a blocked provision in H.R. 9495 that could label nonprofits as 'terrorist-supporting organizations', potentially undermining free speech and civil rights.