Religious freedom is called “the first freedom,” not only because the Bill of Rights begins with two clauses concerning religion, but also because distinct conceptions of religious freedom have distinguished the United States since its inception. However, our nation has found itself continually renegotiating the meaning of religious freedom in every age.
This panel will examine the meaning of religious freedom in American law by exploring the proper limits on religious displays on government property and the deep debates over whether religious dissenters should be exempted from statutory protections against discrimination in commerce and public accommodations. Speakers will draw upon actual cases to illustrate these issues.
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This program is generously underwritten by Jan & Dr. Maurice John and Holly & Ben Gill. The Hot Topics series is generously underwritten by Kathy & Neal Kimmel
