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The same attorney who filed an unsuccessful complaint with the Colorado Civil Rights Commission in 2017 commenced a lawsuit in state court over the same custom cake request the attorney made at that time. The request was for a custom-designed cake, pink on the inside and blue on the outside, to reflect and celebrate a gender transition. Phillips’ shop declined that request because the customer specifically requested that the cake express messages and celebrate an event in conflict with Phillips’ religious beliefs. The decision was not because of the person who requested it, as Phillips would not create a cake expressing the requested message no matter who asked for it.
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What Those Intent on Punishing Jack Phillips for His Faith Could Learn from HimFor eight years—and through three different court cases—Jack has been standing up to protect his freedom to live and work consistently with his beliefs.
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Ordinary Heroes: Jack Phillips of Masterpiece CakeshopWhen I think of ordinary heroism in normal times—the sort that is rarely celebrated—I think of Alliance Defending Freedom clients.
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Biographies
Kristen K. Waggoner
General Counsel
Kristen K. Waggoner serves as General Counsel with Alliance Defending Freedom. Her role includes oversight of the U.S. legal division, a team of 100 attorneys and staff who engage in litigation, public advocacy, and legislative support.
Jake Warner
Legal Counsel
Jake Warner serves as legal counsel for Alliance Defending Freedom’s Appellate Team.
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The Christian baker who said ‘no’ (Wall Street Journal, 2021-03-22) - William McGurn
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