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Faith and Freedom: Trump’s Agenda for Religious Rights

Trump’s Second Term Pledges Robust Defense of Religious Freedom As Donald Trump prepares for his second term, experts anticipate a renewed commitment to defending religious freedom. In an analysis by Jorge Gomez published on First Liberty, Trump’s previous policies are cited as a foundation for significant advancements in religious liberty, which his administration promises to […]

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Building a New Era: Donald Trump, the Abraham Accords, and Middle East Peace

Analysis: Donald Trump’s Return Could Pave the Way for Middle East Peace In an analysis for Times, experts Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Dennis Ross, Adam Boehler, Roya Hakakian, and Steven Tian argue that the return of Donald Trump’s administration may offer a renewed opportunity for stability in the Middle East. They envision Trump’s leadership as pivotal in […]

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ADF Congratulates President-Elect Trump, Calls for Renewed Focus on Constitutional Freedoms

Wednesday, Nov 7, 2024WASHINGTON, D.C. — Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) has released a statement congratulating Donald Trump on his election as the 47th president of the United States and calling for a renewed commitment to safeguarding fundamental freedoms. “Congratulations to President Trump on his election as our nation’s 47th president. Our prayers are with the […]

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Renewed Hope for Religious Freedom: High Hopes for Trump’s Promises Against Persecution

Donald Trump consistently condemned religious persecution during his presidency and took significant steps to address it both domestically and internationally. Throughout his first term, he emphasized protecting religious freedoms and actively criticized countries and officials involved in the oppression of religious groups. His administration implemented strict measures to hold those responsible accountable, reinforcing his commitment […]

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Donald J. Trump’s Historic Comeback and the Hope for Religious Freedom

Donald J. Trump’s Historic Comeback and the Hope for Religious Freedom In the early hours of Wednesday, Donald J. Trump completed what many are calling the greatest political comeback in modern U.S. history, securing enough electoral votes to defeat Vice President Kamala Harris and returning to the White House for a second term. His return […]

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Bishops Highlight Pope Francis’s Call for Religious Freedom as an Inalienable Right

In a joint statement for International Religious Freedom Day, the chairmen of two key committees of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops reaffirmed the Catholic Church’s stance on religious freedom as a fundamental human right, describing it as “the synthesis and summit of all other fundamental rights.” Bishop A. Elias Zaidan, chairman of the […]

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The UAE: Where Tolerance Thrives

Tolerance and Coexistence In the UAE, tolerance is a way of life and a key pillar of the government’s policies to protect religious freedoms, promote interfaith dialogue and build an inclusive culture that values difference. With over 200 nationalities living together, the UAE is one of the most diverse countries in the world, where practitioners […]

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Join the Global Prayer Movement: IDOP 2024

Today, Christians around the world will join hands to support the global church in honor of International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted (IDOP). Courageous believers around the world risk everything to follow Jesus, and it is both our privilege and responsibility to lift them up in prayer. Every year, International Christian Concern creates a downloadable resource kit to […]

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First Liberty Encourages Americans to Vote with Religious Freedom in Mind

As Election Day approaches on Tuesday, First Liberty, a non-profit legal organization dedicated to defending religious freedom, is urging American voters to carefully consider where candidates stand on issues of religious liberty. According to the organization, religious freedom is not only a cornerstone of the U.S. Constitution but also a vital right that underpins other […]

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UK’s Lord Jackson of Peterborough Addresses Religious Freedom Concerns in India, Pays Tribute to RFI

Earlier this week, Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon secured a debate in the House of Lord’s on “The UK’s role in safeguarding the freedom of religion and belief of minority faith communities across South Asia.” Lord Ahmad was a long-serving Foreign Office minister in the previous government and was the Prime Minister’s Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or […]