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May 13 2015
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Vatican Recognizes State of Palestine, Israel 'Disappointed'
The Vatican officially recognized the state of Palestine in a new treaty finalized Wednesday, immediately sparking Israeli ire and accusations that the move hurt peace prospects. The treaty, which concerns the activities of the Catholic Church in Palestinian territory, makes clear that the Holy See has switched its diplomatic recognition from the Palestine Liberation Organization to the state
Newsmax (News)Nov 22 2015
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US religious leaders make forceful appeal to admit refugees
In rare agreement across faith and ideological lines, leaders of major American religious groups have condemned proposed bans on Syrian refugees, contending a legitimate debate over security has been overtaken by irrational fear and prejudice.
Top organizations representing evangelicals, Roman Catholics, Jews and liberal Protestants say close vetting of asylum seekers is a critical part
TownhallAug 19 2013
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Chris Christie Signs Ban On Gay Conversion Therapy
Gov. Chris Christie signed a bill Monday barring licensed therapists from trying to turn gay teenagers straight, making New Jersey the second state to ban so-called conversion therapy, along with California.
The bill passed both houses of the New Jersey Legislature with bipartisan support in June. Assemblyman Tim Eustace, who sponsored the bill and is openly gay, described the therapy
HuffPostApr 11 2020
Background
Religion in the United States
Religion in the United States is diverse with Christianity being the majority religion. Various religious faiths have flourished within the United States. A majority of Americans report that religion plays a very important role in their lives, a proportion unique among developed countries.[2] Freedom of religion in the United States is guaranteed in the First Amendment to the United States
WikipediaJul 11 2013
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PAUL RYAN QUIETLY PUSHING IMMIGRATION REFORM IN HOUSE
According to the Washington Post, the former GOP presidential hopeful is teaming up with Rep. Luis Gutierrez, D-Ill., to push comprehensive immigration reform through the House of Representatives. It’s a curious partnership, for sure. Although both men are bonded in their Catholic faith, one wouldn’t think they have much more in common.
It’s odd, for example, that Ryan would be so eager
The BlazeMay 05 2022
Headline Roundup
Where Does Biden Stand on Abortion?
President Joe Biden's stance on abortion has evolved over time.
Speaking to reporters Tuesday, Biden said "basic fairness and the stability of our law demand" that Roe v. Wade be preserved. He called abortion protections "a fundamental right" and pledged to "work to pass and sign into law" legislation codifying Roe v. Wade, while also saying he's "not prepared" to judge whether the
National Review (News) CNN (Online News) The HillDec 18 2019
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Trump's blistering letter to Pelosi: Five key quotes
Donald Trump has some words for House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the rest of the congressional Democrats on the eve of his impeachment. Over six pages, on White House letterhead, the president piles adjectives like cords of wood, fires rhetorical fusillades in all directions and invokes the judgement of the American people, the nation's founding fathers and history itself.
It's a
BBC NewsJan 03 2022
Perspectives Blog
When Biden Has To Decide What’s Most Important
From the CenterNew Year’s Political Quiz: What is Joe Biden’s top legislative policy priority for 2022? Answer: your guess is as good as mine. To be fair, presidents almost never have complete control over their agendas: there are always unexpected crises that can undermine even the most carefully crafted of political strategies. Biden didn’t ask for a Covid resurgence, or festering
Dan SchnurFeb 10 2014
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Francois Hollande Halts Same-Sex Parenting Law After Huge Pro-Traditional Family March
In the wake of tens of thousands of people participating in pro-traditional family protests in France and throughout Europe, French President François Hollande backed down from submitting a new family-law bill to parliament that would make legal “assisted procreation for lesbian couples” and “surrogate motherhood for gay men” who want children. According to France24, a source in Prime Minister
Breitbart NewsApr 01 2024
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Biden's Transgender Day of Visibility Proclamation Sparks Reflection, Backlash
President Joe Biden proclaimed March 31 as Transgender Day of Visibility. This decision sparked both reflection on the experience of transgender Americans and backlash due to the day coinciding this year with Easter.
Transgender Understanding: A writer in USA Today (Lean Left bias) reflected on his own experiences as a transgender man, voicing fear that “the visibility of transgender
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