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Did you know you could be fired for doing your job? That’s what Dr. Johnson Varkey found out when he was teaching biology at St. Philip’s College in San Antonio, Texas. After 20 years of teaching with no disciplinary action, he was fired for teaching that biological sex comes from X and Y chromosomes. On today’s episode of First Liberty Live! you’ll get to hear in his own words what happened to him – and what First Liberty is doing to defend his rights. Don’t miss this episode with Dr. Varkey. Learn more about this case: https://firstliberty.org/donation/202... Support First Liberty: https://firstlibertylive.com/donation... Download the "First Liberty Live!" App https://firstliberty.org/first-libert... See our upcoming events you won’t want to miss https://firstlibertylive.com/upcoming... Want to stay up to date on the latest news concerning big-tech censorship, court packing, and other attacks on religious freedom? Be sure to become a First Liberty Insider. Sign up for our weekly newsletter today. https://firstliberty.org/newsletter-s... Follow Us! First Liberty Institute Channel: / firstlibert. . Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstliberty... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstlibert... Twitter: https://twitter.com/1stLiberty Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/firs... #biology #school #freedom

At schools across Texas, three women are taking a stand to bring faith back into our public schools. These women have been going from school to school and putting up ‘In God We Trust’ posters. On today’s episode of First Liberty Live! we’re going on location to interview these women. You’ll get to hear their heart behind their work and learn how you can help restore faith in our schools. Support First Liberty: https://firstlibertylive.com/donation... Download the "First Liberty Live!" App https://firstliberty.org/first-liberty-live-app/ See our upcoming events you won’t want to miss https://firstlibertylive.com/upcoming... Want to stay up to date on the latest news concerning big-tech censorship, court packing, and other attacks on religious freedom? Be sure to become a First Liberty Insider. Sign up for our weekly newsletter today. https://firstliberty.org/newsletter-s... Follow Us! First Liberty Institute Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/FirstLibert... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstliberty... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstlibert... Twitter: https://twitter.com/1stLiberty Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/firs... #faith #school #freedom

Christian bakers Aaron and Melissa Klein, owners of Sweet Cakes by Melissa, are taking their case to the U.S. Supreme Court. Hear their story in their own words about why this case is so important for people of faith in America. Learn more about this case: https://firstliberty.org/klein-recipe-for-success/ Download the "First Liberty Live!" App https://firstliberty.org/first-libert... Want to stay up to date on the latest news concerning big-tech censorship, court packing, and other attacks on religious freedom? Be sure to become a First Liberty Insider. Sign up for our weekly newsletter today. https://firstliberty.org/newsletter-s... Follow Us! First Liberty Institute Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/FirstLibert... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstliberty... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstlibert... Twitter: https://twitter.com/1stLiberty Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/firs... #supremecourt #religion #freedom

Mark David Hall is a fellow for the Center for Religion, Culture and Democracy, and professor at George Fox University. He joins this week’s First Liberty Live! to discuss his latest book, Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land. On today’s episode, Mark David Hall will delve into the intersection of religion and America's founding and uncover the profound impact of faith on our nation's history. You won’t want to miss this insightful conversation. On Monday, the nation will take a day of rest to remember those who served and gave their lives for our country. Today, we’re joined by Director Military Affairs, Mike Berry, as he shares the importance of celebrating Memorial Day – including ways you can honor the fallen this year. Support First Liberty: https://firstlibertylive.com/donation... Download the "First Liberty Live!" App https://firstliberty.org/first-liberty-live-app/ See our upcoming events you won’t want to miss https://firstlibertylive.com/upcoming... Want to stay up to date on the latest news concerning big-tech censorship, court packing, and other attacks on religious freedom? Be sure to become a First Liberty Insider. Sign up for our weekly newsletter today. https://firstliberty.org/newsletter-s... Follow Us! First Liberty Institute Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/FirstLibert... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstliberty... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstlibert... Twitter: https://twitter.com/1stLiberty Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/firs... #america #liberty #history

Fire Chief Ron Hittle was a dedicated first responder for almost 25 years. When he attended a world class leadership conference with a few of his team members, he was fired. His crime? The conference was held at a church. In this episode you’ll hear his story and why he was so passionate about his job as a first responder. Attorney Stephanie Taub also joins to discuss our next legal steps in the case and why we must protect people of faith in the workplace. Support First Liberty: https://firstlibertylive.com/donation... Download the "First Liberty Live!" App https://firstliberty.org/first-liberty-live-app/ See our upcoming events you won’t want to miss https://firstlibertylive.com/upcoming... Want to stay up to date on the latest news concerning big-tech censorship, court packing, and other attacks on religious freedom? Be sure to become a First Liberty Insider. Sign up for our weekly newsletter today. https://firstliberty.org/newsletter-s... Follow Us! First Liberty Institute Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/FirstLibert... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstliberty... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstlibert... Twitter: https://twitter.com/1stLiberty Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/firs... #fire #freedom #religion

Have you felt like woke ideology is slowly taking over American thought? That faith is on the decline while secularism reigns supreme? Noelle Mering has asked those same questions. As a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, she has tracked the rise of woke culture in America. She joins First Liberty Live! to discuss her recent book, Awake, Not Woke. In today’s episode, she’ll unpack this shift in culture and how it effects our religious freedom. Buy her book: https://www.amazon.com/Awake-Not-Woke-Christian-Progressive/dp/1505118425 Support First Liberty: https://firstlibertylive.com/donation... Download the "First Liberty Live!" App https://firstliberty.org/first-liberty-live-app/ See our upcoming events you won’t want to miss https://firstlibertylive.com/upcoming... Want to stay up to date on the latest news concerning big-tech censorship, court packing, and other attacks on religious freedom? Be sure to become a First Liberty Insider. Sign up for our weekly newsletter today. https://firstliberty.org/newsletter-s... Follow Us! First Liberty Institute Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/FirstLibert... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstliberty... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstlibert... Twitter: https://twitter.com/1stLiberty Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/firs... #freedom #woke #faith

Mike Pompeo, former U.S. Secretary of the State and Director of the CIA, is a committed religious freedom advocate and strong man of faith. While he was in office, he fought for freedom across the world. Watch a special Q&A between him and our President, CEO, and Chief Counsel, Kelly Shackelford. Support First Liberty: https://firstlibertylive.com/donation... Download the "First Liberty Live!" App https://firstliberty.org/first-libert... See our upcoming events you won’t want to miss https://firstlibertylive.com/upcoming... Want to stay up to date on the latest news concerning big-tech censorship, court packing, and other attacks on religious freedom? Be sure to become a First Liberty Insider. Sign up for our weekly newsletter today. https://firstliberty.org/newsletter-s... Follow Us! First Liberty Institute Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/FirstLibert... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstliberty... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstlibert... Twitter: https://twitter.com/1stLiberty Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/firs... #firstlibertylive #mikepompeo #freedom

Heartbeat of Miami is a faith-based pregnancy resource center which helps support women and parents. And for its work? Its’ building has been defaced and spray-painted, its’ annual gala was crashed by vandals, and its’ employees have been harassed. First Liberty is taking a stand for Heartbeat of Miami and pressing charges against the group behind these attacks: Jane’s Revenge. This week on First Liberty Live!, Senior Counsel Jeremy Dys breaks down why these actions are so unlawful and what First Liberty is doing to combat these threats. Learn more about this case: https://firstliberty.org/janes-revenge/ Support First Liberty: https://firstlibertylive.com/donation... Download the "First Liberty Live!" App https://firstliberty.org/first-libert... See our upcoming events you won’t want to miss https://firstlibertylive.com/upcoming... Want to stay up to date on the latest news concerning big-tech censorship, court packing, and other attacks on religious freedom? Be sure to become a First Liberty Insider. Sign up for our weekly newsletter today. https://firstliberty.org/newsletter-s... Follow Us! First Liberty Institute Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/FirstLibert... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstliberty... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstlibert... Twitter: https://twitter.com/1stLiberty Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/firs... #liberty #janesrevenge #freedom

In April 2023, we argued at the U.S. Supreme Court on behalf of Gerald Groff – our Faithful Carrier. Kelly Shackelford, President CEO and Chief Counsel, and Jeff Mateer, Chief Legal Officer, were in the courtroom when it happened. Today, they join First Liberty Live! to give exclusive insights on what it’s like inside the courtroom, along with a discussion of the arguments presented in the case. Plus, they’ll share their opinions on what they think the final verdict will be – don't miss it. Learn more about this case: https://firstliberty.org/groff/ Support First Liberty: https://firstlibertylive.com/donation... Download the "First Liberty Live!" App https://firstliberty.org/first-liberty-live-app/ See our upcoming events you won’t want to miss https://firstlibertylive.com/upcoming... Want to stay up to date on the latest news concerning big-tech censorship, court packing, and other attacks on religious freedom? Be sure to become a First Liberty Insider. Sign up for our weekly newsletter today. https://firstliberty.org/newsletter-s... Follow Us! First Liberty Institute Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/FirstLibert... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstliberty... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstlibert... Twitter: https://twitter.com/1stLiberty Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/firs... #supremecourt #postoffice #faith

The Biden administration has been nominating judges to the federal bench at an historic rate. How will these judges rule? Will they respect religious freedom? On today’s episode of First Liberty Live!, Carrie Severino, President of the Judicial Crisis Network, will unpack what’s going on with Biden’s judicial nominees and what you need to know. It’ll be an insightful and informative conversation you won’t want to miss. Support First Liberty: https://firstlibertylive.com/donation... Download the "First Liberty Live!" App https://firstliberty.org/first-liberty-live-app/ See our upcoming events you won’t want to miss https://firstlibertylive.com/upcoming... Want to stay up to date on the latest news concerning big-tech censorship, court packing, and other attacks on religious freedom? Be sure to become a First Liberty Insider. Sign up for our weekly newsletter today. https://firstliberty.org/newsletter-s... Follow Us! First Liberty Institute Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/FirstLibert... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstliberty... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstlibert... Twitter: https://twitter.com/1stLiberty Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/firs... #judiciary #nominees #faith

We are sit down with Turning Point USA founder and President, Charlie Kirk. With his work at Turning Point, he has developed a special insight into today’s college student. In this episode, Charlie will share his insights on why this is such a critical time on college campuses throughout America and what he believes today’s college students are thinking about faith and liberty. Learn more about Turning Point: https://www.tpusa.com/ Support First Liberty: https://firstlibertylive.com/donation... Download the "First Liberty Live!" App https://firstliberty.org/first-liberty-live-app/ See our upcoming events you won’t want to miss https://firstlibertylive.com/upcoming... Want to stay up to date on the latest news concerning big-tech censorship, court packing, and other attacks on religious freedom? Be sure to become a First Liberty Insider. Sign up for our weekly newsletter today. https://firstliberty.org/newsletter-s... Follow Us! First Liberty Institute Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/FirstLibert... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstliberty... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstlibert... Twitter: https://twitter.com/1stLiberty Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/firs... #supremecourt #postoffice #faith

No one should have to fear being fired from their job because of their faith. But that’s exactly what happened to two flight attendants at Alaska Airlines who were recently fired for expressing their religious beliefs. Now, they’re firing back! First Liberty just filed a charge of discrimination against the airline for blatantly violating Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and making a mockery of laws that protect religious Americans from employment discrimination.

Alaska Airlines fired Lacey Smith, a dedicated flight attendant, for expressing her religious beliefs. The firing is in direct violation of federal Civil Rights law prohibiting workplace religious discrimination. Learn more about her story: https://firstliberty.org/alaska/

Learn the facts, truth and history behind the brazen attempt by radical elites to rig the U.S. Supreme Court with an "automatic majority" that will rubber-stamp their extremist agenda…and turn a once-independent judiciary into a tool for raw political power.

The story of how a former Irish police officer packed up his family and moved all the way across the Atlantic to follow his calling… to minister to the small town of Walthill, Nebraska. Find out the details of his unique calling, the unimaginable struggles his ministry continues facing to this day, and how his congregation is overcoming these obstacles and transforming their town one step at a time.

In our ‘march toward madness’ special episode, FLI Chief Legal Officer Jeff Mateer will break down the rise in cancel culture, big-tech censorship, big-government schemes like court packing, and other imminent dangers to American freedom — and he'll share how you can join us in stopping this madness.

It’s been almost one year since the seminal legal case that was heard around the country. Be sure to tune in to this special episode recapping what happened last Easter with Chuck Salvo and On Fire Christian Church and how it made history during one our nations biggest crisis.

The deceptively-named “Equality” Act is actually an incredible affront to religious freedom, and has the potential to strip back our First Amendment rights to unparalleled levels. Tune in to watch FLI Counsel Keisha Russell break down the biggest problems with the Act, and what you can do to help prevent it from passing.

Continuing our ‘March Toward Madness’ series, FLI Counsel Christine Pratt will answer all your key questions about your rights and liberties regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and what options you have when considering the vaccine. Note: We are not offering medical advice. And while we are offering an opinion on the law, this is not legal advice. Be sure to consult your attorney.

In this week’s First Liberty Live!, we expose the alarming dangers of “court-packing” with guest Mike Berry, First Liberty’s General Counsel. He’s joined by host Stuart Shepard for an inside look at what happened the first time this was tried in America, back in 1937 under FDR’s “living Constitution” doctrine, they'll explain who stopped it 84 years ago, and why it is so important that we stop the renewed push for court-packing today.

FLI Senior Counsel Stephanie Taub is joined by host Stuart Shepard to tell you how families in Maine are facing unfair targeting from the state government just for wanting to send their children to religious schools, and why winning this case is crucial for religious families and schools all over America.

Tune into First Liberty Live! where FLI Counsel Lea Patterson will explain an ongoing case where a simple prayer got one juror disqualified from their post on the jury. Could your faith disqualify you from service, too? Watch more episodes on: https://firstlibertylive.com/

Evicting elderly residents from their home for holding a Bible Study is not only outrageous, it’s illegal. Ken Hauge is a retired Lutheran minister. He and his wife, Liv, received a notice threatening eviction from Community Realty Company (CRC) claiming that Ken’s leadership of a Bible study violates his lease.

What are our rights as laid out in the Constitution? How do we navigate between faith and religious Liberty?

Watch to hear what Ashton, a cheerleader from Kountze High School, believes about what she and her friends stood up for, and how she was impacted by it.