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Religious Freedom Day Celebrates Nation’s Pluralism

Becket launches RFRA website showcasing its role protecting Native Americans, Sikhs, Muslims and Buddhists WASHINGTON, D.C. – Over two decades ago, Congress declared January 16 as Religious Freedom Day, a day for honoring America’s first freedom. This Saturday, The Becket Fund launches RFRA Central to celebrate the 230th anniversary of the “Virginia Statute Establishing Religious …

Army ends forced shaves for Sikh soldier

Army ends forced shaves for Sikh soldier Bronze Star recipient allowed to wear religious beard and turban while serving      WASHINGTON, D.C. – Captain Simratpal Singh won a temporary religious accommodation today, allowing him to maintain a beard and wear a turban according to his Sikh faith while serving in the Army. The accommodation comes in the nick …