In September of 2025, The Times Republican reported that the Satanic Temple of Iowa had received permission to carry out a reading at the Tama County Courthouse. The Satanists are going to read “Paradise Lost” by John Milton from start to finish, and the entire process will take 12 hours. Like virtually anything that the Read More

The intersection of trans identities and religious freedoms has given rise to complex lawsuits in the United States. At first glance, it might seem like refusing to use pronouns or acknowledge the ability of men to have babies is spiteful. Some might even consider these actions to be hateful. However, courts in the United States Read More

In September of 2025, multiple sources reported that a restaurant chain had agreed to settle a religious discrimination lawsuit for $50,000 regarding an applicant’s desire to wear modest clothing. This represents yet another victory in a long line of similar cases, and religious individuals are clearly experiencing greater success as they fight for their right Read More

Many religions throughout history have incorporated drugs into their rituals. Some Native American tribes use psychedelic cactus in their religious ceremonies. The Rastafarians regularly use cannabis. Some believe that ancient European groups used certain mushrooms during their rituals and festivals as well. A recent court case in Utah could pave the way for the religious, Read More

Transgender issues have intersected with religious freedoms in many complex, interesting ways. From classrooms and bathrooms to hospitals and courts, transgender individuals have fought for their rights to a considerable degree. At the same time, religious groups in the United States have become increasingly vocal about their own rights, arguing that the government is impeding Read More

In August of 2025, a Christian sect in Massachusetts was accused of breaking child labor laws in a lawsuit filed by an 18-year-old. The Christian sect operates in the Cape Cod Bay area, and it has existed since the 1970s. Now, the organization finds itself under the spotlight – as numerous sources report on the Read More

Over the past few days alone, multiple workers have decided to sue their employers across the country. These lawsuits reach across many states, industries, and religions. One case involves alleged antisemitism at a car manufacturer. Another case involves a worker in Arizona suing for religious discrimination. A third case in Wisconsin involves a ski park Read More

According to the Pew Research Center, approximately one percent of the United States population identifies as Buddhist. This equates to about 3.5 million people, about half of whom live in the Western part of the country. Since Buddhists represent a tiny majority of the United States population, you almost never hear about them in the Read More

A woman who identifies as Wiccan has sued her former employer, a furniture store in Marion County. Ocala News reports that the woman was allegedly subjected to various forms of abuse on the basis of her religion, including unwanted kissing, humiliation, and wrongful termination. This case highlights not only the growing frequency of religious discrimination Read More

In June of 2025, Christian and Muslim parents scored a victory in the US Supreme Court, winning the right to pull their children out of education involving LGBTQ+ themes. The case represents an example of two distinct faiths working together to achieve a shared goal, and it highlights the fact that conservative views on sexuality Read More