In an era often marked by political polarization, social fragmentation, and rising rates of loneliness and mental illness, many Americans are seeking answers to life’s most pressing questions. What fosters resilience in individuals? What holds communities together? What contributes to purpose, peace, and human flourishing? Increasingly, both empirical research and […]
Monthly Archives: July 2025
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The past month has witnessed significant developments for religious freedom in courts, legislatures, and communities worldwide. The table below summarises five notable stories, and the sections that follow provide context and analysis. # Story & Date Location Key Issue 1 U.S. Supreme Court grants parents’ opt‑out rights in Mahmoud v. […]
As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, a renewed debate over the meaning of the First Amendment’s religion clauses has emerged at the heart of American discourse. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson recently contributed a compelling and timely article, The True Meaning of ‘The Separation of Church and […]
“Parents do not forfeit their rights as primary educators of their children when they send their kids to public schools.” In a landmark decision with far-reaching implications, the Supreme Court affirmed parental rights and religious liberty in education in the recent 6-3 ruling of Mahmoud v. Taylor. The case, which […]