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Apr 2021
25m 11s

A Legal Winning Streak for Religion

The New York Times
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In a ruling a few days ago, the Supreme Court lifted coronavirus restrictions imposed by California on religious services held in private homes. The decision gave religious Americans another win against government rules that they say infringe on their freedom to worship. With the latest victory, the question has become whether the Supreme Court’s majority is ... Show More
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