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Here are briefs on some of the current events and news stories that are of interest to Christians today. You can read the briefs and follow the links to the full story at the source website.

Alaska case could have big effect on states' marriage amendments: A seemingly insignificant property tax case in Alaska could have a major impact on state marriage amendments that define marriage as being between one man and one woman. For more on this, click this link to Forbes.com.

Texas sets legislation to defund Planned Parenthood, tackle other abortion issue: Texas Gov. Rick Perry recently signed legislation that defunds Planned Parenthood in the state to the tune of about $34 million annually and also thwarts any local efforts to raise taxes to fund abortions. The new law also promotes ethical adult stem cell research. For more on this, click this link to LifeNews.com.

Minnesota newspaper "outs" donors to marriage amendment effort: The Minnesota Independent, a liberal Minnesota newspaper, made sure that advocates of same-sex marriage in the state knew who financed the push to have a marriage amendment on the ballot for voters to decided. For more on this, click this link to the Minnesota Independent.

N.Y. Senator called to testify on DOMA withdraws: New York State Senator Rev. Ruben Diaz withdrew from a planned testimony before Congress on the repeal of America's Defense of Marriage Act because of threats made against him and his family. To read a column by Dr. Maggie Gallagher of the National Organization for Marriage about the affect these unlawful threats have on conservative Christians and the U.S. Constitution, click this link to the National Review.

New York becomes sixth state to open marriage to homosexual couples: The New York State Legislature last week passed a new law allowing same-sex marriage in the state, making it the sixth and largest state to redefine marriage. For more on this, click this link to Family Research Council. Catholic bishops in New York are concerned that the next step will be to censor churches who preach against homosexuality.

Federal Reserve Bank flies "rainbow flag" below Old Glory: In a show of support for the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender organization and President Obama's push for the homosexual agenda, the Federal Reserve Bank flew the rainbow flag below the American Flag. But, that's not all the Obama administration is doing to "celebrate" homosexuality. Some of the actions are at taxpayer expense. for more on this, click this link to the Family Research Center.

NBC issues apology for "pledge" decision: After a firestorm of complaints through various social media platforms, NBC apologized for cutting the “under God, indivisible” part of the Pledge of Allegiance in a clip during Sunday’s coverage of the U.S. Open. For more on this, click this link to The Washington Post.

NY move to redefine marriage goes against populace: The state of New York is moving toward opening "marriage" up to homosexual couples. If it does so, it will go against the will of the majority of Americans according to a poll by the Alliance Defense Fund. For more on this, click this link to the Family Research Center.

Thomas More Society challenges attempts to censor Planned Parenthood exposes: The Thomas More Society is working to keep Planned Parenthood from blocking YouTube videos showing clinic employees aiding and abetting child exploitation and sex trafficking. For more on this, click this link to the Thomas More Society.

California judge rules same-sex marriage is a "Constitutional right": U.S. District Judge Vaughn Walker has ruled that homosexual marriage is a right confirmed by the U.S. Constitution. Vaughn, an admitted homosexual, refused to recuse himself from hearing the case challenging California's voter-approved constitutional amendment that defines marriage in the state as being between one man and one woman. For an op-ed piece on the recent ruling by Tony Perkins, president of the Family Research Center, click this link to USA Today.

Oakland, Calif., elementary school has gender-program program: Redwood heights Elementary School in Oakland, Calif., recently completed a two-day course for its children called "Gender Spectrum Diversity Training," in which the young students were told that there are more than two genders. The Pacific Justice Institute is representing parents who are upset about the indoctrination of their children. For more on this, click this link to the Culture and Media Institute.

Utah crosses in Supreme Court: A lawsuit brought by American Atheists Inc. is now in the hands of the United States Supreme Court. AAI took the state of Utah to court for allowing private citizens and groups to erect crosses on state highway right-of-ways to honor fallen state troopers. The atheist group says the practice violates the "establishment clause" of the U.S. Constitution. For more on this, click this link to the Family Research Council -- also the American Center for Law and Justice.

Obama administration mounting attack on states that drop Planned Parenthood: The Obama administration is preparing to mount an effort to stop states from de-funding Planned Parenthood. For more on this, click this link to The New York Times.

Stimulus recipients owe back taxes: The Government Accounting Office has found that 3,700 government contractors and non-profit organizations owe an estmated $757 million in back taxes. An investigation is underway. For more on this, click this link to Newsmax.com.

Thomas Moore Society, Notre Dame reach agreement: Lawyers with the Thomas Moore Society and officials of Notre Dame University have reached an agreement in their legal battle over pro-life protesters who demonstrated against ND's conferring an honorary degree on President Barak Obama in 2009. For more on this, click this link to the Thomas Moore Society.

Admiral puts brakes on Navy same-sex weddings: It took just a few days for the pressure from pro-family and pro-military groups to force Admiral Mark Tidd to reverse his previous order allowing Navy chaplains to perform homosexual weddings for sailors if they were in a state that allows same-sex marriages. For more on this, click this link to Family Research Action.

Navy chaplains say marrying homosexuals OK: The U.S. Navy Office of Chaplains has issued a directive saying it is all right for chaplains to perform same-sex marriages on base if that base is in a state which allows same-sex marriages. For more on this, click this link to the Family Research Council.

Wausau, Wisc., library reverses position on abortion film: After being challenged by the Thomas More Society, Wasau, Wisc., library officials reversed a previous decision to ban the showing of the documentary film, "Blood Money," which is about the abortion industry. For more on this, click this link to the Thomas More Society.

Michigan sign ban challenged: The Thomas More Society is challenging a ban on use of signs at the Coldwater, Mich., park. The total ban on signs resulted from an earlier challenge to city officials prohibiting a conservative political group from having its signs at the park. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Nashville council adopts protection for gays, lesbians and transgenders: The Nashville, Tenn., City Council has passed an ordinance to protect gays, lesbians and transgenders working for contractors who do business with the city. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Tour of medical schools reveals pro-abortion prejudice: Two medical professionals who recently toured 23 medical schools and talked to 1,000 medical students revealed that most professors encouraged students to ignore their consciences and recommend abortion to women with troubled pregnancies. For more on this, click this link to nationalreview.com.

Some schools calling for day of silence for gays and lesbians: Some schools in America will be holding a day of silence observance being pushed by the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network. The American Family Association is encouraging parents to find out if such an observance will be held in their children's schools on April 15 and to take them out of school if they are. For more on this, click this link to the AFA.

Illinois state court strikes down conscience law: A state court in Illinois has struck down a law that forces pharmacists to dispense so-called "morning after" abortion pills even if they have a religious or conscientious objection to it. For more on this click this link to the American Center for Law and Justice.

Fannie and Freddie execs get more than $35 million in salaries and bonuses: Despite requiring $153 billion of taxpayer money to remain solvent, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the nation's two largest home mortgage entities paid out more than $35 million in salaries and bonuses to its top executives. For more on this, click this link to Newsmax.

Goldstone recants Israel report allegations: Robert Goldstone, who headed a commission on the Israel/Hamas hostilities has recanted accusations that Israeli forces targeted civilians during the outbreak last year. For more on this, click this link WordPress.

U.S. House votes to defund NPR: The United States of House of Representatives voted Thursday, March 17, to defund National Public Radio. In a recent column, L. Brent Bozzell, head of the media watchdog organization Media Research Center, outlines reasons for pushing the defunding measure through. To read the entire column, click this link to MRC.

Jesus sign nixed by New Hampshire city: City officials in Concord, N.H., have denied a religious group the right to put up a sign that would display bible verses, saying that some motorists might have "a negative reaction" to the message. The Alliance Defense Fund has become involved on behalf of the Christian group. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Major news networks largely silent on Planned Parenthood woes: The major news networks have been largely silent on a recent video that indicates that Planned Parenthood abortion clinic workers gave information to an undercover pro-life man alleging to be a sex-slave trafficker who wanted to know how to get abortions for young girls who became pregnant. For more on this, click this link to the Media Research Center. To sign a petition urging lawmakers to back three bills aimed at stopping taxpayer-funded abortions, click this link to FRCAction.

School officials reverse decision on Ten Commandments on lockers: Officials of Floyd County (Va.) High School have reversed their decision to strip copies of the Ten Commandments from lockers where Christian students were displaying them. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel.

Pro-abortion bill dies in Washington state: A bill that would have forced many pro-life pregnancy centers to close their doors in the state of Washington has died even before going to a vote. For more on this click this link to the American Center for Law and Justice.

Boehner vows to intervene in DOMA: House Speaker John Boehner has vowed that House Republicans will take action to enforce the 15-year-old Defense of Marriage Act. Boehner ripped President Obama for instructing the Justice Department not to fight challenges against the law, which is a federal confirmation that marriage is between one man and one woman. For more on this, click this link to NewsMax.com. Meanwhile, the Family Research Council has requested from the Department of Justice documents that might link the DOJ announcement not to fight challenges to DOMA and action filed in California by legal representatives of those trying to have Proposition 8 overturned. To read the FRC's letter requesting the information, click this link to FRC.

Federal judge says "Be happy, not gay" is free speech: A federal court judge has ruled that a Neuqua Valley High School students are within their constitutional rights to wear T-shirts with the message "Be happy, not gay," to school and that school policy against it violates students' rights. For more on this, click this link to Chicago SunTimes.com.

HHS says medical pros must administer abortion drugs: With President Obama's support, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has issued an order that medical professionals must administer and provide drugs that can induce abortion regardless of their moral beliefs on the issue. For more on this, click this link to Family Research Council.

NYC Council makes pro-life clinics post signs: At the urging of NARAL, the New York City Council has approved a measure that forces pregnancy resource centers in the city to post signs stating that they don't make abortion referals or provide "emergency contraception" and to state that they don't have certified medical staff available (if they don't). For more on this, click this link to Family Research Council.

Philadelphia doctor charged in brutal abortions: A Philadelphia doctor who has operated a late-term abortion clinic for 30 years has been charged with numerous counts involving the killing of seven babies and one mother. The aborition mill discribed by authorities as "horrific" was discovered during an investigation into drug crimes allegedly committed by the doctor. For more on this, click this link to the American Family Association.

Update: State Department nixes change on passports: Reacting to a barage of complaints, the U. S. State Department has nixed plans to replace "Father" and "Mother" on passport applications to "Parent 1" and "Parent 2." For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

State Department removes "Father," "Mother" from passport applications: In what is considered by conservatives as an attempt to sidestep the Defense of Marriage, the U.S. State Department is removing the "Father," "Mother" deisgnations from passport applications and replacing them with "Partent 1" and "Parent 2." For more on this, click this link to FoxNews.com.

Media jump on conservative talk link to Arizona shooting: Liberal news media are jumping on the idea that conservative individuals, including Sarah Palin, could be the cause of the shooting in Arizona that left six dead, and injured others, including Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, who was shot in the head. For more on this, click this link to The Washington Examiner.

Arizona Democrat leaders ask sheriff for apology: Leaders of the Democratic Party in Arizona have asked Sheriff Clarence Dupnik (Pima County) to apologize for his remarks suggesting that talk radio and other media reporters contributed to the shooting spree that left a U.S. Congresswoman in critical condition. For more on this, click this link to CNSNEWS.com.

Two constitutional law professors say healthcare reform act is unconstitutional: Two professors of constitutional law say the government's healthcare reform act is unconstitutional on several fronts. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

New California law says homosexuality is "inborn": A new law in California declares that homosexuality is "inborn," which has conservative healthcare providers upset. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Right of pro-lifers to use public sidewalks restored: A federal judge in Alabama has restored the rights of pro-life proponents to use public sidewalks outside a Birmingham abortion clinic to counsel pregnant and pass out literature. For more on this, click this link to the American Center for Law & Justice.

SPLC puts Christian groups on its "hate groups" list: The Southern Poverty Law Center has tagged numerous Christian groups that oppose the homosexual agenda as "hate groups." For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

FRC survey reveals opposition to repealing DADT: A survey conducted for the Family Research Council revealed that more than 60 percent of military and former military personnel and their families oppose the repeal of the Don't Ask Don't Tell policy. To view the survey results, click this link to the Family Research Council.

Humanist/atheist groups ramp up anti-Christian messages: Humanist groups, such as the American Humanist Association, a ramping up their anti-religious (primarily anti-Christian) messages, just in time for Christmas. For a perspective on their latest efforts, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Montana high court rules in favor of co-valedictorian: The Montana Supreme Court has ruled that a high school which denied a co-valedictorian from giving a speech that alluded to her faith in Jesus Christ violated the student's constitutional right to free speech. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Study links lesbianism to home environment: A recent study conducted by the Family Research Council indicates that girls raised in fractured home environments are more likely to participate in lesbian activities. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

AFA calls for boycott of Home Depot: Continuing its support for gay pride events and GLBT associations, Home Depot has come under fire from groups such as the American Family Association. To sign a pledge to boycott Home Depot until it changes its policy and becomes neutral on the homosexual agenda, click this link to AFA.

California student can continue flying flag: School officials at a California middle school has backpedaled on its order to stop a 13-year-old student from flying an American flag on his bicycle. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Army report ignores shooter's Islamic loyalties: A U.S. Army report on last year's shooting at Fort Hood, Texas, does not mention the possibility of Nidal Hassan's Islamic loyalties as a potential factor. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Vermont governor-elect will be pushed for euthenasia law: Peter Shumlin, governor-elect in Vermont, has previously stated his view that the state should not come between patient and doctor when it comes to decision on assisted suicide. He will be pushed by proponents of euthenasia to deliver in the early part of his first term that begins in January. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Judge halts Oklahoma constitutional amendment: Judge Vicki Miles-LaGrange has issued a temporary injunction to delay certification and implementation of Oklahoma's recently approved constitutional amendment that would prohibit judges from considering Sharia law or international law when ruling on court cases in the state. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Oklahoma voters to decide on Sharia law: In he upcoming election, Oklahoma voters will decide whether or not to prohibit judges in the state from using Sharia law or any other international law when ruling on state cases. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Florida AG won't appeal judge's homosexual adoption ruling: The Florida attorney general has announced he will not appeal a decision by a Miami-Dade County ruling that overturned the state's ban on homosexual adoptions. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Florida publishing company to remove textbook pages: A publishing company in Florida will remove two pages from its marine science textbooks because critics say they are pro-creation and "bad science." For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

HRC issues new requirements for corporations' ratings: The Human Rights Campaign, a homosexual activist group, has issued a new requirement for companies to receive its "100 percent" ratings. Aimed at 337 corporations that provide benefits for same-sex couples, the new benchmark for receiving a 100 percent rating is providing sex-change operations for transgender employees. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Judge upholds Texas "Pledge of Allegiance": A federal judge in Texas has ruled that schools in Texas can continue to use the state's pledge, which includes "under God," and that it is constitutional. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Obama administration petitions for stay in DADT: The Obama administration is petitioning a federal judge to stay the execution of her ruling that "don't ask, don't tell" in the military. The U.S. Justice Department says the ruling will "disrupt" military operation. For more on this, click this link to The Washington Post. For an analysis on potential damaging effects to the military, click this link to Family Research Council.

Muslim cartoon nixed: The Washington Post and other newspapers have decided not to publish an innocuous cartoon dealing with Mohammed. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Oregon county clerk files religious discrimination suit: A county clerk in Oregon has filed a religious discrimination lawsuit after she was dismissed for taking a stand against homosexual unions. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

ADF and Stand4MarriageDC file suit to force referendum: The Alliance Defense Fund and Stand4MarriageDC have filed a federal lawsuit to force the Washington, D.C., council to hold a referendum on the issue of homosexual marriage in the district. For more on this, click this link to adfmedia.

FRC issues Congressional Scorecard: The Family Research Council has issued its scorecard for members of Congress. To download a copy, click this link.

Maine school district must accommodate transgender youth: A court in Maine has ruled that just providing a separate bathoom for a transgender student is not enough. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Pew poll reveals Protestants not very knowledgeable on religion: A recent poll by the Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life revealed that Protestants aren't very knowledgeable about religious history and beliefs, including that of Christianity. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Dutch group eyes euthanasia clinic: A group in the Netherlands is considering the idea of opening a right-to-die clinic in that country, one that would be similar to the one already in operation in Switzerland. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Pres. Obama omits "by their Creator" in speech: In a speech at an annual Hispanic Congressional Caucus, Pres. Obama omitted the words " "by their Creator" when quoting from the Declaration of Independence. To see this speech on YouTube, click this link.

Mainstream media mum on moderate muslim mosque opinions: The mainstream media is mostly silent when it comes to reporting on opposition to the planned Ground Zero mosque, including opposition from the reigning Miss America. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

California legal group sues for action in same-sex marriage case: The Pacific Institute, a California legal group, has sued to force Attorney General Jerry Brown to defend the state's Proposition 8 constitutional amendment that defines marriage as being between one man and one woman. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Church told to remove "vote Jesus" sign: A church in West Palm Beach was told to take down its sign encouraging voting to make Jesus Lord or lose its designation as a polling place. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

U.S. District Judge rules against Proposition 8: Judge Vaughn Walker, U.S. District Judge in California has ruled that California's Proposition 8 that changed the state's constitution to define marriage as being between one man and one woman violates the U.S. Constitution. The ruling if upheld in the appeals process would affect marriage laws in more than 40 states. For more on this, click this link to Family Research Council.

ACLJ defending fired bus driver: The American Center for Law and Justice is defending a Texas bus driver who was fired for refusing to transport a woman to an abortion clinic. For more on this, click this link to the ACLJ.

Washington, D.C., court denies vote on same-sex marriage: In a 5-4 decision, the U.S. Appeals Court in Washington, D.C., has ruled that the people of the district do not have the right to vote on whether or not to sanction same-sex marriages. For more on this, click this link to Family Research Council.

Former preacher touts atheism: A former evangelical preacher who now calls himself an "evolutionary evangelists" says Christians must embrace atheism to fully understand God. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Grant for Pennsylvania exposes abortion lie: A $160 million grant to Pennsylvania under the new national health care law will fund "high risk" health care needs, but it also includes money for abortions. Pro-life groups are saying the grant and its planned use exposes the deceit that was used in the health care debate. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Young pro-lifers cleared for activities in Birmingham: A young pro-life group, arrested for exercising free speech against abortion on public property in Birmingham, Ala., last year, has been granted permission to return this year, despite charges still pending against them. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Rhode Island Governer vetoes hate crimes bill: Gov. Don Carcierci, a Republican, has vetoed a state bill that would have expanded the Rhode Island's hate crimes law to include "gender identity" and "gender expression." For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Philadelphia preacher jailed -- again: Pennsylvania preacher Michael Marcavage of the evangelistic organization "Repent America" and two others were stopped from preaching on a Philadelphia sidewalk and later jailed. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Florida at it again: The Liberty Counsel has filed a lawsuit against a Florida county school district for refusing to allow Bibles to be distributed to students on school grounds on Religious Freedom Day -- this despite the fact that the practice has always been allowed in the past. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel.

A troubling decision: In a 5-4 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has upheld a ruling by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, which decreed that a California law school's denial of official recognition of the Christian Legal Society was constitutional. In denying recognition to the CSL, college officials said the group does not comply with the university's anti-discrimination policy because it does not allow homosexual's to hold office or become voting members. For more on this, click this link to ACLJ. For commentary from the Family Research Council, click this link.

Minnesota school sued over equal access: Liberty Counsel had filed a lawsuit against a Minnesota school district for denying equal inclusion for the Christian Evangelism Fellowship, sponsor of the Good News Clubs. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel.

New Mexico schools stop Christian students' work: Students at two schools in New Mexico were told to stop distributing rubber models of pre-born babies, because, school officials told them, some people were being offended by their message. Liberty Counsel has filed a complaint in federal court on the students' behalf. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel.

Bus driver calls student "stupid little bigot": After two years, parents of an elementary school student are still trying to get justice for their daughter, whom a public school bus driver called a "stupid little bigot" for her remarks concerning homosexuality. For more on this, click this link to the American Family Association.

Liberty Counsel to appeal Ten Commandments ruling: The Liberty Cousel will appeal a Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals ruling to impose a permanent injunction against display of Ten Commandments at courthouses in two Kentucky counties. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel.

Court orders N.Y. school to reinstate student: A student suspended from a New York school will return. A federal judge has issued a restraining order against the school, which suspended the 13-year-old for refusing to remove his Rosary while at school. The ACLJ filed a federal lawsuit against the school. For more on this, click this link to ACLJ. UPDATE: For an update on this case, click this link.

New York student suspended for Rosary: The American Center for Law and Justice has entered the legal battle over a New York State school which suspended a seventh grade student for wearing a Rosary to school. The student was suspended after refusing to take the beads off after being told to do so by Oneida school officials. For more on this, click this link to ACLJ.

Florida legislature acts on Santa Rosa situation: The Florida Legislature has approved legislation aimed at preventing situations such as the one in Santa Rosa School District in Florida. The new law would prohibit any school district from entering any consent decree affecting First Amendment rights without first consulting with those affected. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel.

Schumer proposes "domestic partner" provision in immigration reform: Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., has proposed allowing foreign gay partners of American citizens to be allowed citizenship under proposed immigration reform. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel.

Parks department opposing replacement cross: Just recently the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that a memorial cross in the Mojavi Desert was not unconstitutional. Unforutnately thieves stole the 70-year veterans memorial, and now the U.S. Parks Department is blocking placement of a replica on the site. For more on this, click this link to ACLJ.

Texas schools keep true history: The attempt by liberals to revise history has ended with a victory for truth. The Texas State Board of Education voted 9-5 last month to keep true history, including references to America's Christian heritage, in the books for another 10 years. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel.

Mainstream media side with protesters in Arizona law: Mainstream media are siding with protesters against the Arizona immigration law scheduled to go into effect July 29. For more on this, click this link to the Media Research Council.

Report finds coercion behind many abortions: A report recently released by the Elliot Institute inidicates that many women feel coerced to abort their unborn children. Many such coercions even include violence and death at the hands of fathers. For more on this, click this link to LiveNews.com.

Liberty Counsel sues Florida school district: Liberty Counsel has filed a federal lawsuit against Santa Rosa County School District for violating the First Amendment rights of teachers, students, parents and others. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel.

Oklahoma legislature overrides abortion laws vetoes: The Oklahoma House of Representatives and Senate have overridden the veto of two pro-life measures. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Virgina governor rescinds policy against praying in Jesus' name: Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell has rescinded a policy that barred Virginia State Police chaplains from praying in Jesus' name. For more on this, click this link to the Roanoke Times.

Justice calls college policy "crazy": During arguments on a case filed by a Christian college student group, Justis Antonin Scalia called a school policy requiring a Christian group to allow atheists in as members "crazy." For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Obama's Easter address "dechristianized" Christianity: President Obama edited out part of a historical speech he quoted during his Easter address by removing the reference to Christ, and in doing so, he was not only religiously inaccurate, but historically as well. For more on this, click this link to Wallbuilders.com.

New website informs educators about managing students' homosexuality: A new website launched by the American College of Pediatricians gives educators strong advice on how to treat the issue of homosexuality tendencies of students. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel. To access the website, go to http://factsaboutyouth.com/.

New Hampshire pledge case goes to appeals court: The American Center for Law and Justice has filed an amicus brief in a case originating out of the state of New Hampshire in which the group Freedom from Religion Foundation is seeking to block a state law allowing students to voluntarily recite the "Pledge of Allegiance," including the words "under God." For more on this, click this link to ACLJ.

Federal court says Homeland Security violated rights: A federal district court in Dallas, Texas, has ruled that the Homeland Security Agency violated the rights of a Christian group that distributed "million dollar" gospel tracts. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel.

Muslims try to force removal of Christian reference from diploma: Muslim students at Trinity University in Texas (a Christian school) are trying to force the removal of "in the year of our Lord" from diplomas. For more on this and an analysis of historical Christian references in American society and government, click this link to Vision to America.

ACLU caught with secrets in Santa Rosa County school decree: The ACLU has been caught withholding important information in its attempt to continue the court decree that has left Christian educators in that Florida school district hiding their faith and prayers in closets. For more on this continuing story, click this link to Liberty Counsel.

Pennsylvania judge denies same-sex divorce: A judge in Pennsylvania has denied a same-sex couple's request for a divorce, saying that same-sex marriage is not a "fundamental right." For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Judicial Watch says Obama shut down ACORN investigation: Judicial Watch, a watchdog group that investigates and prosecutes corruption in government, says documents secured through the Freedom of Information Act indicate that the federal investigation of voter fraud by ACORN was shut down by President Obama. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Ninth Circuit says "In God We Trust" is constitutional: The usually liberal U.S. Ninth Circuit Court in California has ruled that "In God We Trust" placed on coins and inscribed on federal buildings does not violate the U.S. Constitution. The suit to have the national motto removed from government buildings and coins was brought by atheist Michael Newdow. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel.

IPPF says religion is obstacle to sex education: A report by International Planned Parenthood Federation says religion and culture are the major obstacles in educating children (anyone over age 10) about the pleasures of sexuality. For an analysis on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com. Meanwhile, the ACLU has filed suit against the United States Agency for International Development to find out if religion is linked to taxpayer-funded, abstinence-only education in foreign countries. For more on that, click this link.

Florida library sued for turning away Christian group: When the Christian Family Coalition sought use of the New Smyrna Beach, Fla., Library, library officials turned the group away because the program to be presented was of a religious nature. Consequently, CFC has sued the library for violation of its First and Fourteenth Amendment rights. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

ACLJ files final brief in courtroom Ten Commandments Case: The American Center for Law Justice has filed its final brief on behalf of its client, an Ohio judge, whose display of the Ten Commandments in his courtroom brought a law suit by the American Civil Liberties Union. For more on this, click this link to ACLJ.

Will hate crimes law become hate speech law?: Response to pro-Christian remarks made by the mayor of Lancaster, Calif., could be the harbinger of things to come under the hate crimes law. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

South Dakota informed consent law challenged: A law in South Dakota requiring abortion providers to inform women about legal and potential emotional problems associated with having an abortion will be decided in the U.S. Eigth Cirucuit Court of Appeals. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Liberty Counsel reports on Obama nominees/appointees: The Liberty Counsel has compiled a 72-page report on the ideologues that have been appointed and nominated to high government positions by President Obama. The report cites hundreds of writings and quotes by the men and women named by Obama to reshape America. For more on this and to download a free copy of the report, click this link to libertycounsel.org.

New Hampshire turns away home school threat: Faced with staunch opposition from home school parents in the state, the New Hampshire House of Representatives overwhelmingly defeated a measure that would have given the state sweeping new powers over parents who choose to educate their children at home. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Appeals court upholds Ten Commandments: The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that a display of the Ten Commandments in the Grayson County, Ky., courthouse is constitutional. For more on this, click this link to the Liberty Counsel.

House Republicans weigh in on D.C. marriage law: Thirty-seven U.S. House Republicans have joined forces with Washington, D.C., opponents of the recently passed gay-marriage law in the city in an attempt to force a citywide referendum to define marriage in the city as being betwen one man and one woman. For more on this, click this link to The Washington Post.

Challenge to California Prop. 8 begins: Attorneys are now arguing before a federal appeals court in California whether or not the passage of Proposition 8 is constitutional. Proposition 8 was a people's referendum that changed the state's constitution to define marriage as being between one man and one woman, thus overturning a California Supreme Court decision that declared a previous ban on gay marriage to be in violation of the California constitution. The latest case will likely end up in the U.S. Supreme Court. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Canadian court reverses commission decision on hate speech: A Canadian court has reversed a decision handed down by the Alberta Human Rights Commission that declared that a former youth pastor's letter to the editor opposing Canada's gay rights laws constituted hate speech. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Virginia Court to rule on child custody: The Virginia Supreme Court will hear a case in which one of its residents has been ordered by a court in Vermont to turn over custody of her biological daughter to a former lesbian partner. Liberty Counsel is defending the mother in the case. For more on this see the news release from Liberty Counsel.

Christian teachers say they have been forced into closet: Christian school teachers in the Santa Rosa County, Fla., school district testified in court this week that the anti-Christian order crafted by the a court and the ACLU have forced them into the closet when it comes to their faith. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel.

Supreme Court refuses to hear speech case: The Rutherford Institute is saying that the refusal of the U.S. Supreme Court to hear a vital case on freedom of religious speech involving censorship of a valedictorian address constitutes a serious threat to Christian freedom in America. For more on this, click this link to the Rutherford Institute.

Obama choice for EEOC director has radical agenda: Chai Feldblum, President Obama's choice to head the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has a radical agenda if her past affiliations and actions are any indication. Confirmation hearings on Feldblum will begin Thursday. For more on her qualifications and her previous stands on sexual and hiring issues, click this link to the Family Research Council blog.

"Hate Crimes" law is dangerous: An evangelist in Pennsylvania once arrested under that state's hate crimes legislation says the new federal law is dangerous and a threat to free speech and ministry. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com. Christian broadcasters are also very wary of the new law and its potential effect on FCC and IRS regulations. For more on that aspect, click here. To see how your representatives voted, click this link to the American Family Association.

Privately maintained nativity scene ordered removed: The Macomb County Road Commission in Michigan has ordered a nativity scene removed from a crossroads in the county. The scene has been erected and privately maintained since 1945. For more on this, click this link to the American Family Association.

ACLU files another suit to block Illinois parental notification law: A law requiring parental notification when a minor girl is requesting an abortion faces yet another attempt by the ACLU to stop it. Passed in 1995, the law has yet to go into effect because of numerous attempts by the ACLU to stop it. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Sen. Lieberman pushes homosexual agenda: Sen. Joe Lieberman is using his clout to push for changes in the law being sought by supporters of the radical homosexual. Guess who would foot the bill on two of the changes? For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Pennsylvania middle school student sues for right to wear pro-life shirt: A middle school student in Pennsylvania is suing his school district for the right to wear a pro-life T shirt after being told that he was in violation of school policy for wearing it to school in September. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Lawsuit filed to stop funding for embryonic stem cell research: A lawsuit has been filed by a group of people opposing use of federal funds for embryonic stem cell research. Included among the plaintiffs are a wide variety of participants, including scientists. For more on this, click this link to Family Research Council. To download a copy of the lawsuit, click this link to Advocates International.

Christian group files suit for flyer ban: A Christian group in Missouri has filed suit to end the ban on distributing flyers for a soccer camp. Victory Through Jesus Ministry Foundation filed suit against Lee's Summit School District for preventing distribution of flyers promoting its Christian-based soccer camp, even though the school district allowed distribution of similar secular literature. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel.

New Hampshire "pledge" case dismissed: A lawsuit filed in New Hampshire over reciting the Pledge of Allegiance by students, specifically the use of "one nation under God," has been dismissed. For more on this, click this linke to the American Center for Law and Justice.

Sentences handed down for unlicensed abortionists: A Southern California court has handed down more sentences in a case involving a string of abortion clinics. The clinics' owner is already serving time for performing abortions without a medical license. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Christian Action Network suit: The Christian Action Network in Maine has filed a lawsuit against the state for denying its right to send out newsletters. Maine denied CAN's license renewal (even though it had already cashed the group's check) and fined the group $4,000 because the letter informed recipients about the teaching of Muslim religion in classrooms. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel.

Doctors who refused to inseminate lesbian settle: A California lesbian has settled a law suit with California fertility doctors who refused to inseminate her because of their Christian beliefs. For more on this and how it might affect conscience provisions for medical professionals, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Florida school officials cleared of criminal charges: A high school coach and athletic director in Santa Rosa County, Fla., have been cleared of criminal contempt charges filed against them for praying over a meal held in honor of donors who helped fund construction of the new field house. For more on this, click this link to Liberty Counsel. For a review by Mat Staver, Liberty Counsel founder and chairman, click this link.

School ensemble banned from playing "Ava Maria": The Rutherford Institute has entered the legal battle created when the Everett School District in Washington state stopped the school's instrumental ensemble from playing "Ava Maria." For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Colorado group pushes for "personhood" amendment: Personhood Colorado is mounting a campaign to get an amendment on the ballot for the 2010 elections that would declare that life -- or personhood -- begins at inception. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

ENDA amendment adds gender identity: The latest U.S. Senate version of the Employment Non-Discrimination Act would, if passed, include penalties for refusing to hire cross-dressers and transgenders in addition to homosexuals. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

New Jersey Christian group denied use of park: The American Center for Law and Justice is working with a church in Plainview, New Jersey that was denied use of a park facility for an annual event, although other groups are allowed to use the facilities. For more on this, click this link to ACLJ.

ABA weighs in against DOMA: The American Bar Association has adopted a resolution citing its opinion that the Defense of Marriage Act is discriminatory and should be repealed. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

American Psychological Association denounces gay therapy: The American Psychological Association has advised that reversal therapy for homosexuals who want to leave the lifestyle should not be administered. Mat Staver, founder and chairman of Liberty Counsel, says the APA reasoning is scientifically flawed. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Study shows lack of faculty diversity affects college students: A study by the University of Michigan's Institute of Social Research indicates that students in social science and the humanities curriculae tend to lose abandon their faith more often than those in other disciplines. One Christian professor says the findings point to a lack of faculty diversity, particularly in those areas of studies. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Iowa pro-life group challenges IRS -- and wins: A newly formed grassroots pro-life group seeking non-profit status was questioned about prayers outside Planned Parenthood Clinics and its directors asked to sign pledges that they would not demonstrate outside the clinics. The group challenged the ruling, stating the IRS was attempting to deny their Constitutional rights. A letter from the Thomas Moore Society caused the IRS to back down. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Stimulus money funding porn: Part of the $80 million of stimulus money that went to the National Endowment for the Arts is being funneled into pornographic productions in California. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Canadian marriage commissioners must perform homosexual weddings: A court in Saskatchewan, Ontario, Canada has ruled that a government marriage commissioner cannot refuse to marry homosexual couples despite his religious convictions. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Hall of fame coach sues over firing: A Dearborn, Mich., wrestling coach, who is in the Michigan Wrestling Association Hall of Fame, says he was fired from his job because he is a Christian. The school principal, a devout Muslim, fired the 35-year veteran coach. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Fake pro-life bill working way through Congress: A bill called the Reducing the Need for Abortions Initiative, is expected to show up in Congress soon. Despite its name, however, some pro-life proponents says it will increase, not decrease, abortions. For more on this, click this link to LifeNews.com.

Obama nominee says animals can sue people: Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, has placed a hold on President Obama's nominee for "regulatory czar." Obama nominated legal scholar Cass Sunstein to head the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs at the Office of Budget and Management. Sunstein has argued that animals should be able to sue humans with a person as its representative. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Senate passes "hate crimes" bill: Following a cloture vote to allow the hate crimes bill to be added as an amendment to an important defense appropriations bill, the Senate passed its version of the bill late Thursday night (July 16). A conference committee will have to be called now to reconcile the Senate and House versions. To find out how your senator voted, click this link to the United States Senate.

NEA throws support to same-sex marriage: At its annual meeting held in San Diego, Calif., in early July, the National Education Association, the largest union and most powerful lobbyist for educators and support personnel in America, voted to lend its support to same-sex marriage. A conservative who spoke against the measure was booed. For more on this, click this link to LifeSiteNews.com.

Court upholds Washington's law against pharmacists' conscience: The U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a Washington state law that forces pharmacists to dispense drugs even though it violates their right of conscience. The lawsuit was originally filed by pharmacists primarily opposed to being forced to give out Plan B drugs, otherwise known as the "morning after pill." For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Massachusetts AG files federal suit against DOMA: Massachusetts, the first state to allow same-sex marriage, has become the first state to challenge the legality of the federal Defense of Marriage Act. Filed by Attorney General Martha Coakley, the suit alledges that DOMA interfers with states' rights to define marriage. For more on this, click this link to The Boston Globe.

President Obama inches ahead on homosexual benefits: Apparently in response to cricism from some big contributors with the homosexual activist lobby that he is moving to slowly on promises made during the 2008 presidential campaign, President Obama has agreed to sign a memo that will give some benefits to homosexual federal employees and their partners that are currently available to employees and spouses. For more on this, click this link to Poltico.com.

"Civil licenses" instead of marriage?: Brannon Howse of Worldview Weekend looks at a proposal for the government to subsititute civil licenses for marriages and to leave marriage to the churches. He cites 10 reasons why this is bad for America. To read his full column, click this link to Worldview Weekend.

Massachusetts considering "bathroom bill": Massachusetts lawmakers are considering adding the term "sexual orientation" to the state's "hate crimes" laws. Opponents are concerned about the effect such an inclusion will have on use of public restroom facilities. For more on what opponents are calling the "bathroom bill," click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

GLSEN founder heads DOE's "safe schools" program: Kevin Jennings, founder of the Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network, has been named to head the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Safe Schools. GLSEN's background leads some to believe that Jennings' is a radical appointment. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

American Psychological Association reverses on "gay gene" theory: The American Psychological Association has dealt a major blow to those who promote the theory that being homosexual is a genetic condition. In a recently published brochure, the APA says there is no concensus among scientists about the reason some people turn to homosexuality. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

$2.6 million to train Chinese prostitutes: The Obama administration budget will include $2.6 million to train prostitutes in China to drink responsibly. Can you say "pork"? For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

California court says teacher violated First Amendment: U.S. District Court Judge James Selena has ruled that a high school teacher violated the U.S. Constitution's First Amendment by repeatedly making comments in class that are offensive to Christian beliefs. The law suit was initiated by Chad Farnan, who recorded many of his former teacher's comments. For more on this, click this link to FoxNews.com.

IRS confirms non-profit groups' right to speak out on issues: The Internal Revenue Service has issued a ruling that confirms that non-profit groups, such as churches, have the right to speak out on political issues without losing their tax-exempt status. The ruling stems from a case in Texas. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Michigan Church sues homosexual activists: A church in East Lansing, MI, has filed a federal law suit against a group of homosexual activists who disrupted a church service in November. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

San Francisco sets up homosexual website for students: The San Francisco Unified School District is using taxpayer money to fund a website for "lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning" students. Officials say it provides a safe place for young students to get answers to their questions about sexual identity. Parents can't opt their kids our of the program. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Washington state adds transgenders to "hate crimes": Washington state has added transgenders to its list of people given special protection under its own version of "hate crimes" laws. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Judge rules "morning after" pill OK for 17-year-olds: Despite uncertainties about safety of the Plan B (morning after) pill, a federal judge has ruled that former President Bush's order against selling the pill to minors is not valid. He extended the OTC drug to 17-year-olds, which means parental consent is no longer required for some minors. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Connecticut becomes fourth same-sex marriage state: Connecticut has become the fourth state in the nation to approve counterfeit marriage without a vote of the people. Gov. Jodi Rell signed the state legislature's bill into law last week. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

"Dr. Oz" tells Oprah adult stem cells better: Dr. Mehmet Oz, a regular on the Oprah Winfrey Show, told Oprah and her audience recently that the debate on stem cell research is essentially dead, primarily because embryonic stem cell research just can't catch up to strides being made in adult stem cell technology. For more on this, click this link to LifeNews.com.

Morris: Obama plan will devastate charitable giving: Despite President Obama's rhetoric that his proposal to reduce the deductions for charitable contributions, the effect will be devastating, according to Dick Morris. Morris notes that citizens in the upper 1 percent economically in America also contribute almost 50 percent of the total amount of charitable contributions. For more on this, click this link to Townhall.com.

Obama appoints homosexual activist to faith-based action group: President Obama has named Harry Knox to the White House Advisory Council on Faith-based and Neighborood Partnerships. Knox is an outspoken activist for the homosexual movement. For more on this, follow this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Physicians conscience authorization: President Obama still has not signed away the rights of medical professionals to refuse treatments that they believe are unethical, procedures such as abortion, but he has indicated that he will do so, and time may be running out. The American Center for Law and Justice is monitoring the situation. To learn more and sign a petition, click this link to ACLJ.org. For more insight from a physician's point of view, click this link to "Celestial Fire" on the Hosea 4:6 Ministries website.

GIVE Act antagonistic toward religion: The Generations Invigoration Volunteer and Education Act would expand volunteerism in America to the tune of about $6 billion. Some critics say it is also a bill that is antagonistic toward Christian and other religious education. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

California school district bucks parental notification trend: In a rare action in California, the Vista Unified School District board recently voted 5-0 to require parental notification any time a student is excused from school for any "confidential medical reason." For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Bisexual teacher invites students to "wedding": A bisexual teacher in New Your City gave each of his students slips of paper inviting them and their parents to his wedding to another man. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

College Christian club denied funding: The U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in California has upheld a lower court ruling that sided with Hastings College of Law officials who denied recognition and funding for an on-campus Christian Club. The ruling lets stand for now the college's prohibition of funding for the club on the grounds that it requires members to be Christian, despite the fact that the school funds other clubs with different membership requirements. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.

Adult stem cell research still producing results: While President Obama and liberals in Congress, the news media and other venues continue to scream for more money for embryonic stem cell research despite a lack of progress research to date, research with adult stem cells continues to produce results. For more on this click this link to the Family Research Council.

Report: Unwed pregnancies up 40 percent: A new report just out shows births to unwed mothers is up slightly, but births to unwed parents are up about 40 percent. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Study: Faith low on parents view of success: A study by LifeWay Research, found that parents, including Christian parents, rate the Bible and Faith low on their scale of importance when it comes to defining success for their children. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Has Obama opened door to cloning?: The debate over the ethical ramifications of using human embryos to develop stem cells that supporters say could lead to curing debilitating diseases is ongoing. But, when Obama lifted the ban on using taxpayer dollars to conduct embryonic stem cell research, did he also open the door to human cloning? Ken Blackwell of Family Research Council thinks the answer is yes. Read his comments by clicking this link to Family Research Council.

Atheists still trying to stop trooper crosses in Utah: American Atheists are still pursuing their lawsuit which challenges the use of crosses along Utah highways that honor state troopers killed in the line of duty. For more on this case, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Study links abortion to premature births: A recently released study links induced abortions to future premature births. The study was published in the February issue of the Journal of Reproductive Medicine. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

GLAD asks court to declare DOMA unconstitutional: The homosexual activist group Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders has challenged America's Defense of Marriage Act, asking the court to declare that the law passed by large majorities in both houses of Congress during the Clinton administration be declared unconstitutional. For more on this, click this link to OneNews Now.com.

Minnesota school district declares neutrality on homosexuality issue: A school district in Minnesota has declared a state of neutrality on the issue of homosexual activsm. School officials say teachers are to remain neutral in their support or non-support of homosexual student groups. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.com.

Pregnancy/breast cancer study: A study out of M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Tex. casts doubt on the need for "therapeutic abortions" for pregnant women who develop breast cancer. For more on this, click this link to OneNewsNow.

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