Fighting the Right
The Case Against the Confirmation of John Ashcroft As Attorney General of the United States: Part II
An examination of John Ashcroft's record as Governor and Attorney General of the state of Missouri.
"Parental Rights"
"Parental Rights" is a phrase often used to mask a right-wing agenda to undermine the rights of children.
Back to School with the Religious Right
The Religious Right continues to target public schools in a variety of ways that disrupt education and threaten religious liberty, according to a report released by People For the American Way Foundation (PFAWF). The report provides an in-depth analysis of the struggle over the future of our public education system by focusing on six categories: creationism; textbook controversies; sexuality education; religion and public schools; anti-gay activity and censorship.
Sabotaging Science: Creationist Strategies in the '90's
This report examines the increasingly sophisticated strategies that creationists use in an effort to inject their ideas into public school science curricula
Anti-Gay Politics and the Religious Right
An analysis of the Religious Right's anti-gay policies and activities, leading up to the Christian Coalition's 1998 Road to Victory Conference.
John Ashcroft's First Six Months at the Justice Department: The Right Wing Dream Team Takes Over
This report examines the nomination of John Ashcroft for Attorney General by President George W. Bush. Based on Ashcroft's record as a senator and as Missouri state attorney general and governor, public interest advocates believed that Ashcroft was a right-wing ideologue who should not be entrusted with overseeing the enforcement of laws and the protection of constitutional guarantees affecting civil rights, civil liberties, religious liberty, reproductive rights, environmental protection, and more.
Editorial Memorandum: John Ashcroft’s Relentless Assault on Civil Liberties
This editorial memorandum examines how U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft has failed to pursue a responsible and balanced approach to achieving security and preserving liberty, but has promoted legislation and instituted policies at the Department of Justice (DOJ) that could threaten civil liberties and undermine civil rights for years to come. These recent actions continue a dangerous trend that was already evident in his first six months on the job.
John Ashcroft's First Year as Attorney General
In January 2001, a remarkably broad coalition of civil rights and other public interest organizations opposed the confirmation of John Ashcroft as U.S. Attorney General. People For the American Way helped lead that effort. One year later, Ashcroft has done much to ensure his legacy as a right-wing ideologue who is willing to bend the Constitution and laws to his worldview, disregard the constitutional principle of checks and balances, and endanger Americans' basic rights and freedoms.
Christian Coalition President Pat Robertson Resigns
Statement by President Ralph G. Neas
Report Reveals Schundler's Right-Wing Ties
Campaign efforts to redefine ex-Jersey City mayor as a tolerant uniter belie Schundler's longstanding ties to Robertson, other far right voices
Right-Wing Leader Urges Discrimination In Sept. 11 Aid
PFAWF leader calls Rev. Sheldon’s suggestion ‘cruel and reprehensible’
PFAW President, Ralph G. Neas, Addresses Divisive Comments by Religious Right Leaders
At a time when political leaders of both parties are urging bipartisanship and national unity, it is truly unfortunate that Americans who watched today's edition of Pat Robertson's 700 Club television program received a far different message from Robertson and Falwell.
Attorney General John Ashcroft Installs Right-Wing "Dream Team" At Justice Department
Direction of U.S. Justice Department in Ashcroft’s First Six Months Signals Grave Threats to Americans’ Fundamental Rights and Liberties, says People For the American Way Foundation Report
Civil Rights Group Urges Florida Gov. To Rescind State Funds To Right-Wing Business
People For the American Way, on behalf of its Florida members, called upon Gov. Jeb Bush to rescind its decision to provide $500,000 in state funds for a right-wing advocacy group, the American Family Association, to move a part of its business operations to Okaloosa County.
Illinois County School Officials Urged to Steer Clear of 'Bible as History' Course
School officials in Massac County, Ill., have been warned that a new "Bible as History" course for its high schools runs afoul of the Constitution and could open the school district up to a costly court fight.
Robertson And Right-Wing Allies Brag Of Control Over Bush Agenda
Norquist and CBN Official: Far Right Plans to Radically Reshape Medicare and Social Security Now Viewed as Mainstream
It’s Deja Vu In Miami-Dade
Religious Right Spearheads Effort to Repeal Human Rights Ordinance that Protects Gays
Statement of Ralph Neas, On the Senate Vote to Confirm John Ashcroft as U.S. Attorney General
We are grateful for the 42 Senators who did the right thing and not only voted to oppose John Ashcroft's confirmation but also helped to explain to the American people why this was a bad nomination.
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