So-called religious freedom.

• Authors : Witkowski, D'Anne

Subjects: FREEDOM of religion; SAME-sex marriage; LGBTQ+ rightsUNITED States

• Source: Philadelphia Gay News; 7/18/2014, Vol. 38 Issue 29, p10-10, 1/3p

• Abstract: The author shares views about religious freedom in the U.S. and mentions topics including LGBT equality, how GLBT people present ...

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With local support, federal bill seeks 'religious conscience' clause.

• Authors : Colletta, Jen

Subjects: FREEDOM of religion; MARRIAGE law; EQUALITY lawsUNITED States

• Source: Philadelphia Gay News; 9/27/2013, Vol. 37 Issue 39, p1-19, 2p

• Abstract: The article reports that U.S. Representative Raul Labrador introduced the Marriage and Religious Freedom Act on September 19

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Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant.

• Authors : Witkowski, D'Anne

Subjects: FREEDOM of religion; HOMOPHOBIAMISSISSIPPIBRYANT, Phil, 1954-; BREWER, Jan, 1944-

• Source: Philadelphia Gay News; 4/18/2014, Vol. 38 Issue 16, p10-10, 1/2p

• Abstract: The author discusses the move of Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant to sign into law the Mississippi Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA). ...

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Supreme Ct. refuses LGBT cases.

• Authors : Keen, Lisa

Subjects: LEGAL status of LGBTQ+ people; LGBTQ+ rights; SEX discriminationUNITED StatesUNITED States. Supreme Court

• Source: Philadelphia Gay News; 10/17/2008, Vol. 32 Issue 42, p7-24, 2p

• Abstract: The article reports on the GLBT cases that were refused by the U.S. Supreme Court. These include the case of two heterosexual couples which ...

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Local Army chaplain facing 'Don't Ask' discharge.

• Authors : Colletta, Jen

Subjects: MILITARY policy; MILITARY chaplains; FREEDOM of religionUNITED StatesUNITED States. Army...

• Source: Philadelphia Gay News; 3/12/2010, Vol. 34 Issue 11, p1-14, 2p

• Abstract: The article reports that National Guard chaplain Lt. Aristides Fokas was being suspended from the U.S. Army 28th Infantry Division due to his alleged ...

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Swedish pastor appeal is set.

Subjects: HATE crimes; PENTECOSTAL clergy; FREEDOM of speechSWEDENSWEDEN. Hogsta domstolen...

• Source: Philadelphia Gay News; 8/26/2005, Vol. 29 Issue 34, p7-7, 1/6p

• Abstract: Reports that Ake Green, a Pentecostal pastor accused of hate crimes for denouncing gays, will go before the Supreme Court of Sweden on November 9, 2005. Background ...

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Episcopal Church case heard in court.

• Authors : Barakat, Matthew

Subjects: RELIGIOUS law & legislation; FREEDOM of religionVIRGINIAEPISCOPAL Church...

• Source: Philadelphia Gay News; 6/6/2008, Vol. 32 Issue 23, p4-4, 1/3p

• Abstract: The article reports on the reaction of the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia to the law that allows certain church congregations to vote to separate themselves ...

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French gay activists fined.

• Authors : Nichols, Larry

Subjects: GAY activists; FREEDOM of religion; CIVIL rightsFRANCEACT UP Paris (Organization)

• Source: Philadelphia Gay News; 5/4/2007, Vol. 31 Issue 18, p20-20, 1/9p

• Abstract: The article reports on the penalty imposed against a ACT UP Paris, a French gay activist group, for a mock gay wedding. ACT UP Paris ...

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Freedom of religion, freedom of orientation.

Subjects: HOMOPHOBIA -- Religious aspects; LEGAL evidence; BUDDHISMPENNSYLVANIANORTHWESTERN Human Services (Company)...

• Source: Philadelphia Gay News; 3/23/2007, Vol. 31 Issue 12, p11-11, 1/3p

• Abstract: The article focuses on the dismissal of a case filed by lesbian employee Julie L. Rapley with the Philadelphia Human Relations Commission (PHCR) in Pennsylvania ...

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Police liaison 'not guilty' of violating Repent's rights.

• Authors : Cwiek, Timothy

Subjects: ACQUITTALS; POLICE; FREEDOM of speechFISHER, William V.; TIANO, James M.; MARCAVAGE, Michael

• Source: Philadelphia Gay News; 8/18/2006, Vol. 30 Issue 33, p6-6, 1/4p

• Abstract: The article reports that a federal jury has acquitted James M. Tiano and William V. Fisher, two police officials in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for any violation ...

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