Christian nationalism, Respect for Marriage Act, and the Supreme Court: Join us on Respecting Religion
BJC Podcast
Want to learn more about the Respect for Marriage Act, the Supreme Court arguments in the 303 Creative case, and congressional testimony that mentions Christian nationalism for the first time? Join Amanda Tyler and Holly Hollman on the Respecting Religion podcast feed. Now is a great time to catch up – search for “Respecting Religion” on this same podcasting provider! See a list of all episodes of Respecting Religion at https://bjconline.org/respectingreligion/
info_outline
Subscribe to the Respecting Religion podcast feed for new episodes
BJC Podcast
For new podcast episodes featuring BJC’s Amanda Tyler and Holly Hollman, subscribe to the “Respecting Religion” podcast feed. It is available on this same podcasting provider. There, you’ll find their latest conversations on faith freedom for all, including their reactions to Supreme Court arguments and decisions impacting religious liberty. Subscribe to Respecting Religion today! Learn more at
info_outline
S3, Ep. 09: Reviewing the Biden administration’s first year in religious liberty
BJC Podcast
It’s been one year since President Joe Biden took office. What have we seen from his administration in regards to religious liberty? From executive actions to court cases to appointments, Amanda and Holly take a look at this administration’s actions that impact faith freedom for all. In segment three, they talk about how President Biden has continued to practice his private faith in a very public role over the past year. You're listening on our old feed -- to get access to the show notes and additional information, listen to this show on the feed named "Respecting Religion" or...
info_outline
S3, Ep. 08: Flying the flag and Christian nationalism: Previewing Shurtleff v. Boston
BJC Podcast
You're listening on the old podcast feed! Subscribe to our "Respecting Religion" feed to get these episodes when they premiere!
info_outline
S3, Ep. 07: Is religion really just like soccer or book club? Responding to the oral arguments in Carson v. Makin
BJC Podcast
You're on the old BJC Podcast feed! Join us on the "Respecting Religion" feed for future episodes!
info_outline
S3, Ep. 06: Challenging misinformation: How to have productive conversations with friends and family
BJC Podcast
**Subscribe to the Respecting Religion podcast feed to stay current on this podcast!**
info_outline
S3, Ep. 05: What’s the problem with the government funding religious education? A preview of Carson v. Makin
BJC Podcast
You are subscribed to our old feed! Subscribe to "Respecting Religion" on this same provider for more!
info_outline
S3, Ep. 04: Searching for sincerity and standards: SCOTUS on religious rites in the execution chamber
BJC Podcast
You're listening to this show on the old feed -- subscribe to "Respecting Religion" on its permanent feed so you don't miss any episodes! This was released November 18, 2021.
info_outline
S3, Ep. 03: What’s going on with religious exemptions to COVID-19 vaccine mandates?
BJC Podcast
You're still listening to the show on the old feed. Search for "Respecting Religion" and listen to us there!
info_outline
S3, Ep. 02: Out of the shadows and into the courtroom: Religion in the execution chamber
BJC Podcast
You're listening to this podcast on our old feed. Search for "Respecting Religion" on this same podcast provider to find the current feed -- we won't be here much longer!
info_outlineWhat’s at stake in the high-profile religious liberty case at the Supreme Court this term? Amanda Tyler and Holly Hollman break down the oral arguments in Fulton v. Philadelphia, which centers on whether a religious organization can apply its religious criteria to discriminate when operating as a government contractor delivering foster care services. They share four takeaways and speculate about what sort of decision we might see in the case. Plus, they take a look at how religion has been discussed in terms of voting this week, including problematic implications of a religious test for office.
Segment one: What are the religious liberty issues at play in Fulton v. Philadelphia? (starting at 1:05)
For more on Employment Division v. Smith (1990) and the legislative response, visit BJConline.org/RFRA
Holly mentioned this story in the Washington Post by Michelle Boorstein: Religious conservatives hopeful new Supreme Court majority will redefine religious liberty precedents
BJC has a page dedicated to the Fulton v. Philadelphia case: BJConline.org/Fulton
Read BJC’s brief in the Fulton case at this link.
Segment two: Four takeaways from the oral arguments (starting at 19:32)
You can listen to the oral arguments in Fulton v. Philadelphia via CSPAN at this link.
We played three clips from the arguments:
- Justice Sonia Sotomayor speaking with Lori Windham, the advocate for Fulton (around 16:25 into the argument)
- Neal Katyal, the advocate for Philadelphia, talking about how Fulton’s position can lead to religions being against each other (around 1:18:04 into the argument)
- Justice Samuel Alito expressing outrage at government actors trying to impose their beliefs on religious actors (around 1:04:17 into the argument)
Learn more about the Masterpiece Cakeshop case on our website: BJConline.org/Masterpiece
Segment three: Religion and the election (starting at 44:56)
For more on the “no religious test” principle, read this article from Amanda Tyler, written in advance of the Amy Coney Barrett hearings.