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In Theory: Could same-sex marriage become legal?
Q. A recent Gallup poll has revealed that, for the first time, a majority of Americans support gay marriage. According to the figures, 53% of Americans say they believe same-sex marriage should be recognized by the law as valid; in 1996, the figure was...Tags: Massachusetts, Lawyers, Judges, Genesis (music group), Minnesota
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In Theory: Can we disagree, still maintain standing?
Q. A study released June 9 by the Public Religion Research Institute: “Committed to Availability, Conflicted About Morality, What the Millennial Generation Tells Us about the Future of the Abortion Debate and the Culture Wars.” The survey was...Tags: Religious Texts, Judaism, Jesus Christ, Civil Unrest, Bible
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Is secularism a threat to religious freedom?
Q. A Mormon leader recently made a speech, in which he claimed religious freedom in America is under assault from secularization and a growing gay rights movement. In his speech, Elder Dallin H. Oaks warned of “an alarming trajectory of events...Tags: Religious Texts, Freedom of the Press, Censorship, Baptist, Judges
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In Theory: Free speech or abuse?
In the wake of the Jan. 8 shootings in Tucson, the Arizona state legislature has passed emergency legislation to prevent the Westboro Baptist Church from picketing victims' funerals, including that of 9-year-old Christina Taylor Green. The church's...Tags: Freedom of the Press, Censorship, Lawyers, Baptist, Judges
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In Theory: Looking back, looking forward
Q. As you look back on 2010, what most affected you spiritually and challenged your belief system? And how will that impact you as you confront 2011? At this time of year, we often are inspired to make New Year's resolutions. And, in this age when...Tags: Elections, Massachusetts, Judaism, Jesus Christ, Entertainment
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In Theory: 'Theology and Feminism'
British theologian Daphne Hampson, author of "Theology and Feminism," argues that "religions have proved the ultimate weapon in keeping woman in her place." How would you answer the question "Is religion bad for women?" Religious traditions are...Tags: Elections, Religious Texts, Skin, Baptist, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
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Around Town: Sensitivity over legality
The debate continues over the proposed mosque near Ground Zero. Those in favor call it the Park51 Islamic Community Center. Those opposed call it the Ground Zero Mosque.
Pastor Jon T. Karn (Light on the Corner Church in Montrose) says, "In the interests...Tags: Shmuley Boteach, New York, Family, Pasadena (Los Angeles, California), Judaism
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In Theory: Is America Islamophobic?
Last week's Time magazine cover story by Bobby Ghosh reported that "hate speech against Muslims and Islam is growing both more widespread and more heated," with protests against a mosque in lower Manhattan and the building of other mosques elsewhere not...Tags: Health and Medical Professionals, Baptist, Social Sciences, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Discrimination
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In Theory: Reactions to Prop. 8 ruling
A California federal judge struck down Proposition 8, the state's law that prohibits same-sex marriage, last week. What are your thoughts on this ruling? Judge Walker needs to address our concern that his own sexual orientation clouded his judgment....Tags: Ellen DeGeneres, Baptist, Judges, Illegal Immigrants, Christian Orthodoxy
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In Theory: Should 'Don't Ask' law be repealed?
The government is debating whether or not to repeal Don't Ask, Don't Tell, the U.S. military's 17-year-old policy prohibiting openly gay and lesbian servicemen and women from serving in the military. Some say that the military would benefit from the...Tags: Don't Ask, Don't Tell Policy Repeal (2010), Diseases and Illnesses, Lawyers, Baptist, Judges
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In Theory: What about bullying?
Cyber bullying has become more and more commonplace in schools, seemingly replacing or becoming part of common playground bullying. This issue has been brought into the forefront on the heels of the suicide of 18-year-old Rutgers University freshman Tyler...Tags: Rutgers University, The New York Times, Judaism, Entertainment, Crimes
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Our Readers Write: Appalled at Palm Crest's class sizes
We moved to La Caņada in the summer of '09 not only because we wanted our children to attend the schools, but to also be part of this great La Caņada community. Now in our second year in LCUSD, we are appalled to see 24 kids in the classroom of our...Tags: San Marino, Diseases and Illnesses, Cell Phones, Teaching and Learning, Village People (music group)
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