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California Supreme Court voids San Francisco unions as a federal judge says the Defense of Marriage Act is constitutional.

More important than keeping the phrase 'under God' is the reason for keeping it.

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The Thomas More Law Center says that by removing a cross from the Los Angeles County seal, the government is conveying a message that is anti-Christian and violating the Constitution.

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Religion is okay with the courts, so long as it doesn't mean anything.

Salvation Army sued for asking employees to support its mission

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