Q&A: Courts Will Decide Church Property Disputes
When congregations split from their national denominations, complicated legal disputes over the ownership of church property often arise. To help sort out these issues and their constitutional implications, Research Associate Jesse Merriam spoke with church-state scholar Robert W. Tuttle. Read the Q&A »
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In Brief: Hein v. Freedom From Religion Foundation
The Hein case was decided by the U.S. Supreme Court nearly one year ago, but it will have policy implications for years to come because it permits executive agencies to fund religious organizations and activities without fear of constitutional litigation. Research Associate Jesse Merriam gives a brief overview. Read the analysis »
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California Gay Marriage Ruling Takes Effect June 16
A Pew Forum special report on gay marriage explores the issue and explains the impact of the California Supreme Court's much-discussed ruling, which goes into effect Monday. Go to the gay marriage issue page »
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June 9 - The New York Times
Evangelicals Are Still Wary Despite McCain's Outreach
Senior Fellow John Green explains why John McCain can't simply follow President Bush's electoral strategy of mobilizing the conservative and evangelical base.
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