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The Latter-day Saint practice of vicarious baptism on behalf of the dead is once again a focus of controversy.

Americans living in New Jersey were subjected to surveillance as part of the NYPD's effort to build databases of where Muslims work, shop and pray.

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Students soon may by required by law to stand and have a fellow student lead them in the Pledge of Allegiance.

We fully support SB177. It clarifies and strengthens Utah's already strong commitment to transparency.

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