Federal Religious Liberty Protections, William Wilberforce Letters Found, Portland’s First Evangelical Crusade In 25 Years

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In this episode, we explore the U.S. federal government's new guidance aimed at bolstering religious liberty accommodations for federal employees, highlighting its potential impacts and implications. Next, we travel back in time to the University of Chester's archives, where a fascinating discovery of four early 19th-century letters, including two penned by the renowned abolitionist William Wilberforce, offers fresh insights into historical narratives. Plus, we discuss the significant legal victory for pro-life advocates as a federal appeals court upholds West Virginia's right to ban the abortion pill, examining the potential ramifications for reproductive rights across the nation.

00:12 Trump admin. urges religious accommodations for federal workers
01:05 Judge blocks Washington law forcing priests to violate confession
01:59 Kenneth Flowers gets 4 to 15 years in prison for rape of teen boy
02:49 William Wilberforce historic letters found in university archives
03:47 Republican gov. vetoes bill enhancing parental rights in schools
04:42 West Virginia's ban on the abortion pill upheld by appeals court
05:40 Portland to host city's first Evangelical crusade in 25 years

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