Christian Nationalism Is ‘Single Biggest Threat’ to America’s Religious Freedom ArticleApr 13, 2022 Christian Nationalism Is ‘Single Biggest Threat’ to America’s Religious Freedom Religious freedom expert Amanda Tyler, of the Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty, discusses the latest court cases and trends in religious freedom. Apr 13, 2022 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
22 Faith Leaders To Watch in 2022 ArticleMar 31, 2022 22 Faith Leaders To Watch in 2022 There’s been no shortage of faith-based advocacy during the first year of the Biden administration. Mar 31, 2022 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
A Look Back on the Biden Administration’s First Year on Religious Liberty Past EventFeb 25, 2022 A Look Back on the Biden Administration’s First Year on Religious Liberty Please join the Center for American Progress for a discussion of the Biden administration's efforts to protect the rights and safety of religious minorities and the nonreligious, here and around the world, and to safeguard the nation’s separation of church and state. Feb 25, 2022
Abortion, Justice, and Religion ArticleFeb 17, 2022 Abortion, Justice, and Religion Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg of the National Council of Jewish Women shares her thoughts on Dobbs v. Jackson and the fight for abortion rights. Feb 17, 2022 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Christians Have a Role To Play in Defending U.S. Democracy ArticleJan 5, 2022 Christians Have a Role To Play in Defending U.S. Democracy CAP interviews one of the country’s most influential Christian leaders, the Rev. Adam Russell Taylor, to learn more about Christian political engagement at this moment in history. Jan 5, 2022 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Covid vaccine and mask mandates expose alt-right Christian hypocrisy In the NewsDec 26, 2021 Covid vaccine and mask mandates expose alt-right Christian hypocrisy Maggie Siddiqi explains why in the face of a deadly pandemic, religion must not be used as an excuse to avoid lifesaving vaccination and mask requirements. Dec 26, 2021 NBC News Maggie Siddiqi
The Pro-Democracy Faith Movement Past EventDec 15, 2021 The Pro-Democracy Faith Movement Join us on December 15 to hear from prominent faith leaders about America’s pro-democracy faith movement. They will share their vision for what it takes to build a more inclusive democracy based on their wisdom traditions rooted in hope, resilience, and systemic transformation. Dec 15, 2021
The Pro-Democracy Faith Movement VideoDec 13, 2021 The Pro-Democracy Faith Movement Prominent religious leaders reflect on the meaning of democracy. Dec 13, 2021 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Meghan Miller, 3 More Chris Daileader, Jasmine Hardy, Hai-Lam Phan
Religious Organizations Are Integral to the Fight Against Gun Violence ReportDec 7, 2021 Religious Organizations Are Integral to the Fight Against Gun Violence Religious organizations and people of faith across the country are working to heal their communities and prevent gun violence through support for broader reforms. Dec 7, 2021 Maggie Siddiqi, Benjamin Fleisher
Maine Provides Leadership on Religion and Vaccines ArticleNov 22, 2021 Maine Provides Leadership on Religion and Vaccines The Rev. Jane Field of the Maine Council of Churches shares her thoughts on Maine’s approach to containing COVID-19, as well as the response from religious communities in the state. Nov 22, 2021 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
The Build Back Better Act Will Allow Parents To Choose Faith-Based Child Care and Pre-K ArticleNov 18, 2021 The Build Back Better Act Will Allow Parents To Choose Faith-Based Child Care and Pre-K Despite claims to the contrary, the Build Back Better Act envisions an important role for faith-based child care providers. Nov 18, 2021 Rasheed Malik
Personal Reflections on the 20th Anniversary of 9/11 ArticleSep 10, 2021 Personal Reflections on the 20th Anniversary of 9/11 Staff and fellows at the Center for American Progress share how 9/11 changed their lives. Sep 10, 2021 Center for American Progress staff and fellows
Religious Americans Demand Climate Action ReportJul 21, 2021 Religious Americans Demand Climate Action Faith groups across the board are advocating for climate justice, including through the investments in the bipartisan infrastructure framework and reconciliation packages. Jul 21, 2021 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
21 Faith Leaders To Watch in 2021 ArticleMay 20, 2021 21 Faith Leaders To Watch in 2021 From climate change to gun violence to civil rights, religious leaders are having a positive impact on all areas of American public life. May 20, 2021 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
Faith Leaders Highlight How the American Jobs Plan Invests in U.S. Communities ArticleMay 7, 2021 Faith Leaders Highlight How the American Jobs Plan Invests in U.S. Communities Religious groups welcome the Biden administration’s $2 trillion investment in a stronger, more resilient, and more just U.S. economy. May 7, 2021 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
Discrimination and Experiences Among LGBTQ People in the US: 2020 Survey Results InteractiveApr 21, 2021 Discrimination and Experiences Among LGBTQ People in the US: 2020 Survey Results This data interactive displays the results of CAP’s national survey of LGBTQ individuals. Apr 21, 2021 Lindsay Mahowald, Mathew Brady, Caroline Medina
What You Need To Know About the Equality Act Fact SheetMar 15, 2021 What You Need To Know About the Equality Act This fact sheet outlines how the Equality Act would provide much-needed civil rights protections for LGBTQ people, women, people of faith, and others. Mar 15, 2021 Thee Santos, Caroline Medina, Sharita Gruberg
Religious Groups Rally for the American Rescue Plan ArticleMar 4, 2021 Religious Groups Rally for the American Rescue Plan Faith-based organizations have a long history of fighting for economic justice. Mar 4, 2021 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
The Pro-Democracy Faith Movement ReportFeb 18, 2021 The Pro-Democracy Faith Movement CAP brought together diverse religious leaders to explore the values underpinning the faith community’s support of democracy. Feb 18, 2021 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Carol Lautier
Improving the Lives and Rights of LGBTQ People in America ReportJan 12, 2021 Improving the Lives and Rights of LGBTQ People in America The incoming Biden administration has stated its commitment to advancing LGBTQ equality, which will require undoing the harms caused during the last four years and by generations of discrimination, as well as proactively championing a progressive agenda. Jan 12, 2021 Caroline Medina, Sharita Gruberg, Lindsay Mahowald, 1 More Thee Santos
How Religion and LGBTQ Rights Intersect in Media Coverage ReportDec 21, 2020 How Religion and LGBTQ Rights Intersect in Media Coverage A study of recent news articles across national and local media outlets reveals that media coverage of LGBTQ rights more often cites religiously identified sources who oppose LGBTQ equality than those who support it. Dec 21, 2020 Rucha Modi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi, 1 More Rasheed Malik
Recommendations for the Biden Administration on Engaging With Religious Communities ReportNov 13, 2020 Recommendations for the Biden Administration on Engaging With Religious Communities Working with diverse religious communities will be key as the Biden administration seeks to advance progressive public policy priorities and true religious liberty. Nov 13, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Joshua Russell
4 Ways Religious Communities Can Ensure a Safe and Fair Election VideoSep 23, 2020 4 Ways Religious Communities Can Ensure a Safe and Fair Election This video from faith leaders explains four concrete, nonpartisan ways that religious communities can support the 2020 election. Sep 23, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Danielle Root, William Roberts, 2 More Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Kurt Mueller
How the Trump Administration Has Harmed Faith Communities ReportSep 21, 2020 How the Trump Administration Has Harmed Faith Communities People of faith have suffered under the Trump administration’s attacks on civil rights, religious freedom, and health and economic well-being. Sep 21, 2020 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi, Samantha Behar