Religious Freedom Day

Advancing religious freedom abroad starts at home

By Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons and Maggie Siddiqi — January 15, 2021
(RNS) — On this Religious Freedom Day, we are concerned about the rising threats around the world, but we are hopeful for progress in the years ahead.

Trump v. Jefferson on National Religious Freedom Day

By Mark Silk — January 21, 2020
(RNS) — A proposed Trump rule change touted as a boon for faith-based organizations would actually undermine religious freedom.

On Religious Freedom Day, stand for the persecuted abroad (COMMENTARY)

By Robert P. George — January 15, 2016
(RNS) Standing for the persecuted is not just a moral imperative; it is a practical necessity for any country seeking to enhance stability and protect its security and that of its citizens.

COMMENTARY: Obama’s religious freedom record is strong

By Judd Birdsall — January 21, 2014
(RNS) Does the current administration stand for religious freedom globally or does the delay in appointing an ambassador cast doubt on that stand? My answer: Yes.

Obama’s Religious Freedom Day Proclamation

By Daniel Burke — January 16, 2013
(RNS) President Obama's official proclamation for Religious Freedom Day.
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