The State Court of Appeals ruled that a nonadoptive, nonbiological caretaker of a child could be allowed to ask for custody and visitation rights. Source: New York’s Highest Court Expands Definition of Parenthood – The New York Times
Between the Video Music Awards and Anthony Weiner’s latest sexting scandal, we have some confusing messages about sexual ethics. Source: VMAs Illustrate Anthony Weiner’s Sexual Sins Aren’t That Unique
Source: The weekend activity that can help you feel happier throughout the week | Ahead of the Trend
If public accommodation is the highest law, then anyone who declines to engage in such accommodations should theoretically face the same costs. Source: This Pattern Suggests Conservative Christians are Being Targeted | The Stream
A most remarkable set of documents was coughed up recently by WikiLeaks. George Soros’ Open Society Policy Center, it turns out, made donations to two faith-based organizations to the tune of $650,000 Source: George Soros’ Catholic useful idiots – Washington Times
Politics has become a religion and a source of identity to evangelicals, Russell Moore lamented over the weekend, as he warned that the witness of evangelicalism was at risk. Source: Russell Moore warns politics has become a religion for evangelicals | Christian News on Christian Today
Source: Daf Yomi: Debating the Literalness of ‘An Eye for an Eye’ – Tablet Magazine
Practices meant to protect marginalized communities can also ostracize those who disagree with them. Source: Trigger Warnings and Safe Spaces on College Campuses Can Silence Religious Students – The Atlantic
