Posts Tagged Religious Freedom
Some state lawmakers are working to protect all expressions of religious faith in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 24, 2022
Politics and religion are two subjects that don’t usually mix in polite company. But as Michael Pope reports, both are topics of debate at the General Assembly.
Churches and COVID-19
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 5, 2020
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Virginia may be on the verge of opening up again soon. But for now, churches across the Commonwealth are closed. And, that’s led to a legal challenge. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Lawmakers Take Sides on Recent Religious Freedom Ruling
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 25, 2019
A recent Supreme Court decision upended how courts view religious freedom, making it possible for corporations to deny certain health services to female employees based on a religious exemption. Now, two Virginia Congressman are now heavily involved in the debate. Michael Pope reports.
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