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… decent and honorable religious or philosophical premises.” ADF client Jack Phillips is one person who holds that belief. … Colorado officials targeted him. The Colorado Civil Rights Commission ordered Jack to either violate his faith by … dismissed him from his volunteer position. Dr. Fox filed suit in federal court asserting claims involving free speech …

… What Is Freedom of Speech? There is a reason that America’s Founding Fathers considered the freedom of speech one of … true threats, and speech integral to criminal conduct. ADF is proud to stand in the tradition of Supreme Court free … against Liam’s freedom of speech. ADF has appealed the ruling to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 1st Circuit and …

… their company is about more than just turning a profit: it’s about sharing their gifts, talents, and messages with the … For example, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission now claims that federal law requires businesses to … February 22, 2023 : Queen of Angels filed a lawsuit against the city of Jacksonville asking the court to strike …

… against the Hope Center with the Anchorage Civil Rights Commission, claiming the center had discriminated against … males to sleep next to women in its overnight shelter. ADF attorneys filed a second lawsuit against Anchorage, and … attorneys representing the Hope Center once again filed suit  in federal court after the Anchorage Assembly amended …

… to live and speak the truth. As a legal organization, ADF unites attorneys, pastors, ministry leaders, and many … Today, beliefs that were once broadly accepted in the U.S., especially Judeo-Christian beliefs, are being targeted … in 2017. Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission Jack Phillips is the owner of Masterpiece Cakeshop …

… and Cannabis Retailers Washington State treated Christ’s Church of Mt. Spokane and Westgate Chapel differently than … to set the record—and the law—straight. Thankfully, ADF successfully defended the rights of church and ministry … Chapel joined the lawsuit in June. December 2020 : ADF filed a motion for preliminary injunction and motion to …

… How OSHA Withdrew Its COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate ADF opposed the Biden administration’s efforts through OSHA to compel large, private employers to … month, OSHA withdrew the mandate. Who did ADF represent against the OSHA vaccine mandate? OSHA had no authority under …

… You would think that a victory for Jack Phillips at the U.S. Supreme Court would have been enough to deter the Colorado Civil Rights Commission from showing hostility toward him and his … Commission issued a formal complaint against Jack, and ADF filed an amended complaint. The commission sought to …

… But these fundamental freedoms are under assault in today’s world. The United Kingdom—the birthplace of the Magna Carta … interfere" with the rights of “protesters.” ADF International’s Lois McLatchie explained the … to gain clarity as to the legality of silent prayer. “I’m glad I’ve been vindicated of any wrongdoing. But I should …

… by Robert Clarke, Deputy Director (Advocacy) for ADF International, originally appeared at  The European … the court finally ruled in his favor. ADF issued its first press release on Mortier’s case in 2014, eight years prior to the …