Religious Liberty

This afternoon, the U.S. House of Representatives voted on two amendments to the reauthorization of the Elementary & Secondary Education Act that would have permitted federal tax dollars to be used for private school vouchers. The first amendment, which failed by a vote of 155-to-273, would have created vouchers through the Title I program for children in public schools that are deemed "failing." The second amendment, which failed 186-to-241, would have created voucher demonstration projects in five public school districts.

New Report Reveals Creationism-Evolution Conflicts in 28 States

People For the American Way Foundation today joined an array of civil rights, educational and religious groups in calling on President George W. Bush to ensure that religious groups receiving federal funds to operate social service programs will be required to abide by employment discrimination laws

Opening day for the Supreme Court's new term provides opportunity for progressives to get the word out on what's at risk in terms of the Court and the November 7th election

TV AD ASKS: "Shouldn't you cast a vote that really counts?"
1st PRINT AD WARNS: Right-wing wrecking ball takes aim at fundamental rights.
2nd PRINT AD PROVIDES: Facts about George Bush's record in Texas.

State Urged to Drop Courses from Approved List, Schools Asked to Revamp Instruction

Groups Unveil Educators' Legal Guide for Teaching About the Bible

Schools’ Challenge Could Undermine Students’, Parents’, Taxpayers’ Rights

New Evidence Indicates Religious Discrimination In Admissions Plans