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
Faith Leaders To Watch in 2020 ArticleAug 12, 2020 Faith Leaders To Watch in 2020 Each of these leaders is working to ensure that their faith communities participate in U.S. democracy. Aug 12, 2020 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
17 FAQs for Houses of Worship Considering Reopening Amid the Coronavirus Crisis ArticleJun 18, 2020 17 FAQs for Houses of Worship Considering Reopening Amid the Coronavirus Crisis Faith communities must safely reopen houses of worship based on evidence—not politics. Jun 18, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maura Calsyn, 2 More Thomas Waldrop, Samantha Behar
The CAP Faith Team’s Coronavirus Resources ArticleMay 22, 2020 The CAP Faith Team’s Coronavirus Resources Here are some of the Faith and Progressive Policy Initiative's coronavirus-related resources. May 22, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Connecting the Dots: How the Trump Administration Misuses Religious Freedom To Create a License To Discriminate VideoMay 19, 2020 Connecting the Dots: How the Trump Administration Misuses Religious Freedom To Create a License To Discriminate This video examines how the Trump administration is expanding religious exemptions in an attempt to gut civil rights protections and codify discrimination against people of minority faiths, women, and people who are LGBTQ. May 19, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Kurt Mueller, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, 1 More Sharita Gruberg
The Plan for Reopening Houses of Worship After the Coronavirus Crisis ArticleMay 6, 2020 The Plan for Reopening Houses of Worship After the Coronavirus Crisis Policymakers must follow evidence-based public health guidance and reject the misuse of religious freedom. May 6, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Religious Exemptions During the Coronavirus Pandemic Will Only Worsen the Crisis ArticleMar 27, 2020 Religious Exemptions During the Coronavirus Pandemic Will Only Worsen the Crisis Government officials must prohibit houses of worship from remaining open to large gatherings. Mar 27, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Eva Gonzalez
12 Questions From Faith Leaders for Presidential Candidates ArticleMar 12, 2020 12 Questions From Faith Leaders for Presidential Candidates Progressive faith leaders want the next debate to cover topics that range from racism and bigotry to climate change and income inequality. Mar 12, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Unequal Application of the Marital Presumption of Parentage for Same-Sex Parents ArticleNov 25, 2019 Unequal Application of the Marital Presumption of Parentage for Same-Sex Parents The scope of the marital presumption of parentage must be expanded to be more LGBTQ-inclusive. Nov 25, 2019 Frank J. Bewkes
HHS Proposal Puts Millions of Americans at Risk of Discrimination When Accessing Federally Funded Services ArticleNov 5, 2019 HHS Proposal Puts Millions of Americans at Risk of Discrimination When Accessing Federally Funded Services A new proposal from the Department of Health and Human Services would give grantees a license to discriminate using billions in taxpayer dollars. Nov 5, 2019 Laura E. Durso, Sharita Gruberg
5 Questions About the Commission on Unalienable Rights ArticleOct 31, 2019 5 Questions About the Commission on Unalienable Rights It is unclear how the new commission within the State Department will rule on universal human rights. Oct 31, 2019 Alexandra Schmitt
9 LGBTQ Faith Leaders to Watch in 2019 ArticleSep 9, 2019 9 LGBTQ Faith Leaders to Watch in 2019 These nine LGBTQ faith leaders work to resist injustice and articulate a moral vision for the United States. Sep 9, 2019 Emily London, Maggie Siddiqi, Luke Wallis
5 Ways People of Faith Have Led LGBTQ Advocacy Efforts Since the 1969 Stonewall Riots ArticleJun 27, 2019 5 Ways People of Faith Have Led LGBTQ Advocacy Efforts Since the 1969 Stonewall Riots People of faith have been at the forefront of the fight for LGBTQ rights for more than 50 years. Jun 27, 2019 Emily London
Going Bold to Protect LGBTQ Equality VideoMay 17, 2019 Going Bold to Protect LGBTQ Equality The Equality Act would help to ensure that all Americans, including LGBTQ people, receive full equality under the law. May 17, 2019 Laura E. Durso, Kurt Mueller, Jasmine Hardy
HHS Budget Would Fund Discrimination at Expense of Civil Rights Enforcement ArticleApr 25, 2019 HHS Budget Would Fund Discrimination at Expense of Civil Rights Enforcement President Trump’s HHS budget request to Congress slashes funding for civil rights enforcement and patient privacy protections while increasing funding for religious exemptions. Apr 25, 2019 Sharita Gruberg
Religious Liberty Should Do No Harm ReportApr 11, 2019 Religious Liberty Should Do No Harm Policymakers should ensure that religious liberty extends to all Americans—and that it is not misused as a license to discriminate. Apr 11, 2019 Emily London, Maggie Siddiqi
Faith Leaders Rally in Support of the Equality Act VideoApr 9, 2019 Faith Leaders Rally in Support of the Equality Act Faith leaders across the United States are showing support for the Equality Act, a bill that would grant members of the LGBTQ community consistent protections. Apr 9, 2019 Kurt Mueller, Emily London, Rob Keithan, 1 More Laura E. Durso
Reclaiming Religious Freedom ArticleFeb 5, 2019 Reclaiming Religious Freedom The right to religious freedom is an essential American protection, yet it has been distorted in recent years to cause harm and discrimination. Feb 5, 2019 Emily London, Maggie Siddiqi
Anti-LGBTQ Discrimination Took a Foster Child From Her Loving Foster Dads VideoNov 20, 2018 Anti-LGBTQ Discrimination Took a Foster Child From Her Loving Foster Dads John Freml—whose foster daughter was taken from his home—is one of a growing number of LGBTQ individuals who has faced discrimination in adoption and foster care. Nov 20, 2018 Jasmine Hardy, Frank J. Bewkes
Welcoming All Families ReportNov 20, 2018 Welcoming All Families Religious exemptions allowing child placing agencies to discriminate against LGBTQ prospective parents will likely reduce the number of families available to adopt, further overburdening the child welfare system and harming the best interests of children in care. Nov 20, 2018 Frank J. Bewkes, Shabab Ahmed Mirza, Caitlin Rooney, 3 More Laura E. Durso, Joe Kroll, Elly Wong
People of Faith Support LGBTQ Equality in a Philadelphia Child Welfare Case ArticleNov 1, 2018 People of Faith Support LGBTQ Equality in a Philadelphia Child Welfare Case Religious organizations and people of faith affirm that LGBTQ individuals should be allowed to adopt and foster children from child welfare organizations without facing discrimination. Nov 1, 2018 Emily London
Pruitt’s Misuse of Religion to Sell Out Our Air and Water ArticleMay 22, 2018 Pruitt’s Misuse of Religion to Sell Out Our Air and Water EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt has misappropriated religion to justify his dangerous ideologies. May 22, 2018 Emily London
Efforts by Women of Faith to Achieve Gender Equality ArticleMay 3, 2018 Efforts by Women of Faith to Achieve Gender Equality Women of faith have played an integral role in the fight for gender equality in myriad ways, including feminist theology, leadership in houses of worship, advocacy for immigrants and refugees, and more. May 3, 2018 Rachel Koehler, Gwen Calais-Haase
The Intersection of Youth Activism and Faith-Based Values ArticleApr 6, 2018 The Intersection of Youth Activism and Faith-Based Values Young people’s involvement in faith-based activism is not new, and their work fighting for righteous causes should be supported. Apr 6, 2018 Emily London, LaShawn Y. Warren
Religious Liberty for a Select Few ReportApr 3, 2018 Religious Liberty for a Select Few Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ guidance is already empowering appointees throughout the administration to attack the equality and legal protections of LGBTQ people, women, and religious minorities. Apr 3, 2018 Sharita Gruberg, Frank J. Bewkes, Elizabeth Platt, 2 More Katherine Franke, Claire Markham