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Two former magistrates in western North Carolina will collect $1.3 million in back pay and other damages related to their resignations over performing same-sex marriage ceremonies.
Two former magistrates in western North Carolina will collect $1.3 million in back pay and other damages related to their resignations over performing same-sex marriage ceremonies.
 
Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) died Thursday night at the age of 90, her office confirmed.
Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) died Thursday night at the age of 90, her office confirmed.
 
Anglican ministers met in the African nation of Rwanda this week to issue a rebuke against the Church of England’s recent commitment to endorse so-called same-sex marriages.
Anglican ministers met in the African nation of Rwanda this week to issue a rebuke against the Church of England’s recent commitment to endorse so-called same-sex marriages.
 
George Carey, a retired bishop who previously led the Church of England, exhorted British Parliament this week to consider expanding access to assisted suicide.
George Carey, a retired bishop who previously led the Church of England, exhorted British Parliament this week to consider expanding access to assisted suicide.
 
What is with this guy? President Joe Biden has a particular penchant, some might say a pathological need, to tell obvious lies at the weirdest times.
What is with this guy? President Joe Biden has a particular penchant, some might say a pathological need, to tell obvious lies at the weirdest times.
 
“I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen – not only because I see it, but because by it, I see everything else.” — C.S. Lewis
“I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen – not only because I see it, but because by it, I see everything else.” — C.S. Lewis
 
Decides not to redefine Holy Matrimony in 'compromise' position.
 
North Carolina Republican U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis is helping finalize a bipartisan immigration deal, according to the Washington Post.
North Carolina Republican U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis is helping finalize a bipartisan immigration deal, according to the Washington Post.
 
North Carolina U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis has been working on fellow Republicans to support the Respect for Marriage Act, and found success Tuesday as it passed the chamber, 61-36. North Carolina’s senior senator, Richard Burr, was among the 12 Republicans who voted for it.
North Carolina U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis has been working on fellow Republicans to support the Respect for Marriage Act, and found success Tuesday as it passed the chamber, 61-36. North Carolina’s senior senator, Richard Burr, was among the 12 Republicans who voted for it.
 
Rep. Vicki Hartzler (R-MO) wept during a House floor speech as she pleaded with colleagues to stop the Respect for Marriage Act, with Democratic Rep. Ted Lieu (CA) referring to her emotional outburst as “tears of hate.”
Rep. Vicki Hartzler (R-MO) wept during a House floor speech as she pleaded with colleagues to stop the Respect for Marriage Act, with Democratic Rep. Ted Lieu (CA) referring to her emotional outburst as “tears of hate.”
 
The Respect for Marriage Act repeals the Clinton-era Defense of Marriage Act and safeguards same-sex and interracial marriage.
The Respect for Marriage Act repeals the Clinton-era Defense of Marriage Act and safeguards same-sex and interracial marriage.
 
The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation Thursday, 258-169, that would codify same-sex marriage protections into law, despite opposition from most GOP lawmakers who argue the bill’s language infringes on religious freedoms. The bill will now be sent to President Biden for signature.
The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation Thursday, 258-169, that would codify same-sex marriage protections into law, despite opposition from most GOP lawmakers who argue the bill’s language infringes on religious freedoms. The bill will now be sent to President Biden for signature.
 
A bill that would codify same-sex marriage protections into law passed a procedural vote with the support of 12 Republican senators on Wednesday, despite concerns that it would infringe on religious freedoms.
A bill that would codify same-sex marriage protections into law passed a procedural vote with the support of 12 Republican senators on Wednesday, despite concerns that it would infringe on religious freedoms.
 
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) vowed Wednesday that lawmakers would hold a vote to codify same-sex marriage in the coming weeks ahead of the midterm elections in November.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) vowed Wednesday that lawmakers would hold a vote to codify same-sex marriage in the coming weeks ahead of the midterm elections in November.
 
More than 400 current and former establishment GOP officials have signed a letter calling on U.S. lawmakers to enshrine the same-sex marriage bill into law before the vote likely hits the Senate floor before the end of the month.
More than 400 current and former establishment GOP officials have signed a letter calling on U.S. lawmakers to enshrine the same-sex marriage bill into law before the vote likely hits the Senate floor before the end of the month.
 
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton lashed out at Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas during a CBS interview that aired Tuesday, noting that they had attended law school together and calling him “a person of grievance.”
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton lashed out at Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas during a CBS interview that aired Tuesday, noting that they had attended law school together and calling him “a person of grievance.”
 
Do you remember the TV game show Family Feud? It was good fun as one family competes with another for cash prizes, but we all know that real life family feuds can be bitter, divisive and cause great damage.
Do you remember the TV game show Family Feud? It was good fun as one family competes with another for cash prizes, but we all know that real life family feuds can be bitter, divisive and cause great damage.
 
The 14th Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified 150 years ago—on July 9, 1868
The 14th Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified 150 years ago—on July 9, 1868
 
We've all heard of the case of the Christian cake artist who declined to bake a wedding cake for a same-sex couple because of his deeply-held belief in the Biblical view of marriage.
We've all heard of the case of the Christian cake artist who declined to bake a wedding cake for a same-sex couple because of his deeply-held belief in the Biblical view of marriage.
 
President Trump has made a bevy of wonderful appointments to bureaucratic and judicial positions
President Trump has made a bevy of wonderful appointments to bureaucratic and judicial positions
 
The General Assembly recently passed a law invalidating a Charlotte ordinance allowing transgender people to use the bathroom of the sex with which they identify
The General Assembly recently passed a law invalidating a Charlotte ordinance allowing transgender people to use the bathroom of the sex with which they identify
 
In the wake of a recent U.S. Supreme Court's decision, a recent Civitas Poll of North Carolina voters shows that two-thirds of them still support the traditional view of marriage.
In the wake of a recent U.S. Supreme Court's decision, a recent Civitas Poll of North Carolina voters shows that two-thirds of them still support the traditional view of marriage.
 
In recent months, headlines on religious liberty across the nation have referred almost exclusively to the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA) - both the federal version passed in 1993 and various state versions, or "mini" RFRAs, that have been passed since 1997. These laws, whether enacted...
In recent months, headlines on religious liberty across the nation have referred almost exclusively to the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA) - both the federal version passed in 1993 and various state versions, or "mini" RFRAs, that have been passed since 1997. These laws, whether enacted...
 
We got a refresher lesson in civics this week; one we hope will stick in our memories for many years.
 
At least two North Carolina magistrates have resigned rather than perform same-sex marriages, citing conflicts with their religious beliefs.
At least two North Carolina magistrates have resigned rather than perform same-sex marriages, citing conflicts with their religious beliefs.
 
Richard Burr's favorite judge legalized gay "marriage" in North Carolina around 5:30 PM on Friday.
Richard Burr's favorite judge legalized gay "marriage" in North Carolina around 5:30 PM on Friday.
 
Why bother having elections? We have these unelected law school graduates in black robes regularly stomping all over the will of the people and their elected officials.
Why bother having elections? We have these unelected law school graduates in black robes regularly stomping all over the will of the people and their elected officials.
 
The editorial page of our multiple Hershel Walker Peace & Justice Award-winning local newspaper is apparently NOT a big fan of amendments to the North Carolina Constitution.
The editorial page of our multiple Hershel Walker Peace & Justice Award-winning local newspaper is apparently NOT a big fan of amendments to the North Carolina Constitution.
 
Republicans could strengthen their grip on the North Carolina legislature and recapture a majority in the state's congressional delegation in 2012, due in large part to a friendly redistricting plan.
Republicans could strengthen their grip on the North Carolina legislature and recapture a majority in the state's congressional delegation in 2012, due in large part to a friendly redistricting plan.
 
On August 4, a federal court in California struck down the gay marriage ban, popularly known as Proposition 8, and handed a victory to thousands of gays and lesbians.
On August 4, a federal court in California struck down the gay marriage ban, popularly known as Proposition 8, and handed a victory to thousands of gays and lesbians.
 
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