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  • Discriminatory Practices0

    Trinity Western University (TWU), an institution of higher learning in Langley, British Columbia, was founded by the Evangelical Free Church of Canada (EFCA) in 1962 and incorporated as a nonprofit society. In 1969 the British Columbia legislature enacted the Trinity Junior College Act constituting TWU as a body corporate with the object of providing university

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  • Is Scientology a Religion?0

    There are a number of methods to test if an organization is a religion, and the method used may decide the answer to the inquiry. Four possible methods are as follows: 1. Examine the beliefs/structures/doctrines of the organization to see if they are analogous to more traditional religions. 2. Examine the intent of the organization's

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  • When Faith Kills0

    Though adults have the right to choose any method of healing, health care for children is different. The state has a responsibility to ensure the proper care of children. In this context, then, the crucial question is On what basis can the state ensure that when religious healing practices are involved, the children in question

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  • Cults and Psycho Groups0

    Sometimes it has to happen to a celebrity before the world pays attention. In 1993 acclaimed American Jazz pianist Chick Corea was disinvited from a concert in Stuttgart, Germany. The government of the German state of BadenWurttemberg canceled the concert because Mr. Corea is a Scientologist. For many, this was the first indication that all

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  • What Religious Liberty Means to Me0

    What does religious liberty mean to me? Does it have any kind of significance in my life? In Paradise, California, how does freedom of religion shape my life? On one hand, being able to choose my religion means everything to me; on the other, sadly, it means almost nothing. Because I live in the United

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  • Op. Cit.0

    "Broken Wings," Broken Hearts I've just finished reading the article "Broken Wings" in the July/August issue of Liberty. Never before, in my 40 years, have I read anything so tragic as what was written regarding female genital mutilation. I cried till I thought my heart would break. I am the mother of an 18-year-old daughter,

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