Sunday, November 22, 2009

Dan Gilgoff

Can a Culture War Manifesto Reach a New Generation of Evangelicals and Catholics?

Chuck Colson, Tony Perkins, and other Christian right leaders have released their "Manhattan Declaration." more >>

Today's Picture: Pakistani Private Schools as Alternatives to Madrassas

Private schools in Pakistan are growing as parents seek alternatives to public schools and madrassas. more >>

Faith-Based Challenges Show a New Rift in the GOP

Conservative faith activists are poised to support challengers over establishment Republicans. more >>

Breaking the Corporate Glass Ceilings

American companies have long lacked minorities and women at the top. But they are working on it. more >>

Senate Healthcare Plan Lacks House Bill's Strict Abortion Funding Ban

The measure would permit abortion coverage in a public option and in plans that receive subsidies. more >>

Today's Picture: The Dalai Lama in Rome

Tibet's spiritual leader attended a conference in Rome as President Obama wrapped up his China trip. more >>

Pew: Abortion Low on List of Concerns for Healthcare Reform Opponents

Abortion is near the bottom of the list of concerns of those opposed to healthcare reform. more >>

Today's Picture: Chicago's Michael Scott Suicide Controversy

Ministers and activists are questioning suicide as the cause of the school board president's death. more >>

Poll: Only Slight Rise in Concern About Islamic Extremism After Fort Hood

A new survey from Pew reveals only a modest rise in concerns about Islamic extremism. more >>

Sarah Palin's 'Going Rogue' as Christian Literature

Sarah Palin's book is written as much for Christian readers as for political junkies. more >>

Abortion Foes Cautiously Optimistic About Healthcare Win

While abortion rights groups slam Democrats on healthcare, abortion foes are cautiously optimistic. more >>

Moves to Seize Mosques Spark Outrage

The Feds allege the Alavi charitable foundation has ties to Iran. more >>

Poll: Should Conservative Christians Renounce Carrie Prejean's Lewd Pursuits?

Should conservative Christians who embraced her marriage stance renounce Prejean's lewd pursuits? more >>

Sarah Palin's Surprising Line on Sex

The Going Rogue author tells Oprah that her daughter discourages unprotected sex. more >>

Today's Picture: Postcard Campaign for Immigration Reform

A coalition of religious groups is sending 250,000 pro-immigration-reform postcards. more >>

Poll: Democrats Now More Supportive Than Republicans of Faith-Based Initiatives

A Pew poll finds Democrats are now more supportive of faith-based initiatives than Republicans are. more >>

Quote of the Week: Obama Urges Freedom of Worship in China

At a town hall meeting in Shanghai, Obama says freedom to worship is a universal right. more >>

Rick Warren Comes to Washington

The Purpose Driven Life author makes a rare appearance before the national press corps. more >>

Today's Picture: Feds Move to Seize an Islamic School

The government is moving to seize four mosques, including one in Queens that houses a school. more >>

Quote of the Week: Rick Warren on Talking to Politicians

The Saddleback pastor says he avoids public policy when talking to politicians. more >>

Sarah Palin's Battles With McCain Campaign—a Culture War?

In 'Going Rogue,' Sarah Palin takes aim at a McCain strategist who clashed with her on hot-button issues. more >>

Today's Picture: The Pope's Wednesday Audience

Benedict XVI appeared for his general audience after a conference on the possibility of alien life. more >>

The Vatican's E.T. Conference: Is the Pope More Pro-Science Than He Gets Credit For?

The Roman Catholic Church just sponsored a conference on the question of life on other planets. more >>

Democrats and Republicans Grapple With the Voters’ Message

The parties parse a split decision at the ballot box. more >>

At Fort Hood, Obama Uses Divine Judgment as Interfaith Outreach

In his Fort Hood speech, the president says the gunman will meet justice "in this world and the next." more >>

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