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Trump Grand Jury Foreman is into 'Green Witchcraft' & Even CNN Admits She's a 'Prosecutor’s Nightmare'.

Raheem Kassam's Substack • 2535 implied HN points • 22 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Investigation Political Beliefs Religious freedom
  1. The grand jury foreman may have unconventional beliefs like 'Green Witchcraft'.
  2. Her appearance on media networks caused controversy over her behavior and hints about Trump's indictment.
  3. Questions are raised about her suitability for a grand jury role with significant political implications.
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‘Weaponization’ — House Speaker on FBI and ‘traditionalist’ Catholics

The Pillar • 137 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Religious freedom Law enforcement Conservatism Government oversight Public Policy
  1. A group of Catholics celebrated a Mass at the U.S. Capitol, following a controversial FBI memo on Catholicism.
  2. The FBI memo raised concerns of targeting traditionalist Catholics for their beliefs, linking them with extremist views like white nationalism.
  3. Lawmakers are still investigating the origins and impact of the FBI memo on Catholic Americans, with ongoing concerns about religious liberty.

White Christian nationalism: the most powerful identity politics

Can We Still Govern? • 205 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Identity politics Religious freedom State power Legislation
  1. Christian nationalism is a powerful form of identity politics, blending far-right Christianity with nationalism, associated with support for political violence and racial identity.
  2. Christian nationalism operates by appealing to a sense of grievance and persecution among White Christians, leading to a defense of White supremacy and denial of discrimination against Black individuals.
  3. Under a Christian nationalist state, winners are White reactionary politics while losers include religious, racial, and sexual minorities, as well as the erosion of reproductive rights and bodily autonomy.

Fired for Faith

Who is Robert Malone • 22 implied HN points • 07 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Workplace Issues Religious freedom Political Climate Corporate Responsibility
  1. Many people are facing job loss because of their personal beliefs or values. This issue is becoming more common in workplaces across the country.
  2. The corporate focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is causing tension, as individuals feel pressured to conform to new expectations that clash with their own morals.
  3. People are starting to realize the importance of standing up for their convictions. It’s crucial to speak out against unfair practices to protect jobs and personal beliefs.

Preserving religious freedom in the workplace

Adam's Legal Newsletter • 79 implied HN points • 04 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Religious freedom Supreme Court First Amendment
  1. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act protects religious freedom in the workplace but requires employers to make accommodations without causing undue hardship, often defined as minimal harm or cost to the business.
  2. Interpreting Title VII in line with traditional conceptions of religious liberty can help navigate the complex idea of 'undue hardship' and ensure protections while avoiding financial burdens on employers.
  3. The case of Groff v. DeJoy highlights the challenge of balancing religious accommodations with fair treatment to all employees, showing the importance of upholding anti-discrimination principles in interpreting the law.

What the Founding Fathers Teach Us About Religious Freedom

The Cholent • 19 implied HN points • 24 Mar 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Religious freedom Enlightenment Anti-Semitism
  1. The Founding Fathers of America intentionally enshrined liberty of conscience into their republic, valuing religious freedom for all.
  2. The Enlightenment era influenced the Founders to advocate for religious freedom, countering the Inquisition's religious intolerance.
  3. The United States, as envisioned by the Founding Fathers, offers a model of religious freedom that is unique in history, emphasizing liberty of conscience for all.

VSRF LIVE THIS TUESDAY: Episode 154 - $13 MILLION IN DAMAGES! We interview attorney Jonathan Marko and plaintiff Lisa Domski about their landmark legal battle over C19 mandates

Steve Kirsch's newsletter • 2 implied HN points • 25 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccine Mandates Legal Battles Workplace Issues Religious freedom
  1. An attorney and plaintiff are discussing a major legal case where a woman won nearly $13 million after being fired for refusing a COVID-19 vaccine. This case is significant for discussions about vaccine mandates and religious freedom.
  2. Lisa Domski, the plaintiff, was working remotely and had documented her religious beliefs but was still let go from her job. This highlights issues of workplace discrimination related to vaccine mandates.
  3. The conversation will also touch on the broader implications for others who are facing similar situations. Attendees will gain insights into the legal landscape surrounding vaccine mandates.