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2017-02-17T18:19:49-04:00

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Don’t financially ruin a Washington florist for being anti-gay

Last updated on: February 17, 2017 at 6:19 pm By Jacob Lupfer

I wouldn't want the state to harshly fine me if I declined to arrange flowers for the Westboro Baptist Church's annual banquet. Read more

2017-02-15T17:15:41-04:00

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‘Glitter Ash Wednesday’ is a terrible idea

Last updated on: February 15, 2017 at 5:15 pm By Jacob Lupfer

During the imposition of ashes, we don't need to fight the church's greatest conflict. It is a moment of repentance for all Christians, gay and straight. Read more

2017-02-15T16:39:30-04:00

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What’s next for Capitol & Cathedral, Jacob Lupfer’s religion and politics blog

Last updated on: February 15, 2017 at 4:39 pm By Jacob Lupfer

Capitol & Cathedral had focused mostly on religion in the 2016 election. In 2017 I will continue writing about the intersection of faith and public life. Read more

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Forsaking whiteness: Is it possible? Would it help?

Last updated on: February 7, 2017 at 6:37 pm By Jacob Lupfer

This is a vital, provocative question. I would be so curious to hear from others. Should we forsake race? What would that look like? Would it help? Read more

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2017-01-31T17:55:54-04:00

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How the ERLC became the premier evangelical public-policy organization

Last updated on: January 31, 2017 at 5:55 pm By Jacob Lupfer

In recent years, the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) has distinguished itself as the premier conservative evangelical political advocacy group. Read more

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2017-01-30T11:16:17-04:00

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His business background should help Trump, but it won’t

Last updated on: January 30, 2017 at 11:16 am By Jacob Lupfer

Seasoned executives may possess vital skills for presidential success that career politicians often lack. But there is a broad debate about whether and how business acumen translates to presidential effectiveness. Read more

2017-01-27T14:17:35-04:00

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Does it matter if Trump really thinks abortion is evil?

Last updated on: January 27, 2017 at 2:17 pm By Jacob Lupfer

Trump may be an unlikely hero, but Americans who wish to criminalize abortion will have no choice but to cheer his leadership on the issue. Read more

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2017-01-26T10:19:56-04:00

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Is The New York Times ignorant about religion?

Last updated on: January 26, 2017 at 10:19 am By Jacob Lupfer

New York Times Executive Editor Dean Baquet may not “get” religion, but he shouldn’t throw his colleagues under the bus. Read more

2017-01-18T17:13:24-04:00

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Of course the National Cathedral should participate in Trump’s inauguration

Last updated on: January 18, 2017 at 5:13 pm By Jacob Lupfer

Critics rightly point out that Trump is obnoxious and unchristian. But the Washington National Cathedral should not deny its ministry to him on the occasion of his inauguration. Read more

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2017-01-17T15:36:58-04:00

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Six faith leaders to read scripture, pray at Trump’s inauguration

Last updated on: January 17, 2017 at 3:36 pm By Jacob Lupfer

Faith leaders, including some Trump critics, will pray at the inauguration: Samuel Rodriguez, Timothy Dolan, Paula White, Franklin Graham, Marvin Heir, and Wayne Jackson. Read more

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