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RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
“It Takes a Bit of Courage to Be Sikh”—New Documentary Showcase Film Explores a Major and Often Misunderstood Religion
This 500-year-old religion, originating in India, is seeking change and growth in a modern world.
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
USCIRF’s Latest Report—And Why Freedom of Religion Might Be What Brings Us All Together Again
Despite the divisive climate of our era, despite the almost audible sound of our unity ripping apart at the seams, there remains a force that solders Americans together like no other: religious freedom.
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
Religions Take to LA Streets in Solidarity Against Hate
The march—hosted by Institute for Religious Tolerance, Peace and Justice—was comprised of faith leaders and representatives drawn together by a common goal, to take a stand against bigotry, hate and violence.
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Defining Religion
David Bennett’s bright yellow tie was sprinkled with small white lambs, and several times, as he prepared for his speech at the new Advanced Scientology Church for Australia and South Asia, someone commented about it.
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
Freedom Fighters
Dates matter—especially when freedom has been in the balance. In the tumultuous history of Eastern and Central Europe, Hungarians have a chronology of freedom. 1848-49, the Hungarian Revolution against Austria. 1949, the takeover of Eastern Europe by Soviet communism. 1956, Hungary’s revolt against the Soviets. 1989, the fall of communist domination of Hungary.
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Young Love in London Overcomes Religious Prejudice
Friends, family and supporters gathered at the Church of Scientology of London to celebrate not only the first legal English wedding to be performed by the religion but a bold statement about religious liberty for all British subjects.
