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JACK IS BACK – In Court, That Is

by Diane Rufino, January 29, 2023 Why do so many liberals hate religion? Why are Christian and other religious individuals so often discriminated against?  Why are churches and religious organizations so frequently targeted, discriminated against, and silenced? Why are there … Continue reading

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The Danger in Stereotyping Individuals

by Diane Rufino, March 26, 2022 Human beings come in all shapes, sizes, forms, and appearances, and with the passing of time, we are seeing an even greater diversity, mostly of a progressive nature. The so-called “window-dressing” is becoming more … Continue reading

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You Don’t Stop Discrimination by Instituting New Policies that Discriminate

by Diane Rufino, August 21, 2021 Many years ago, when my children were in elementary and intermediate schools, I saw something that troubled me so much that it has continued to stick in my mind. I went to Wintergreen Elementary … Continue reading

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A DECLARATION Opposing the Teaching of Critical Race Theory (CRT) in North Carolina Public Schools

by Diane Rufino, May 10, 2021 I propose, and have written, the following DECLARATION – “A DECLARATION Opposing the Teaching of Critical Race Theory in North Carolina Public Schools.” It is based on my article “CRITICAL RACE THEORY: What It … Continue reading

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A RESOLUTION to Oppose the Teaching of Critical Race Theory (CRT) in North Carolina Public Schools

by Diane Rufino, May 7, 2021 I propose, and have written, the following Resolution – “A RESOLUTION to Oppose the Teaching of Critical Race Theory in North Carolina Public Schools.” It is based on my article “CRITICAL RACE THEORY: What … Continue reading

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SUPREME COURT WATCH: The Supreme Court Hears its Second Challenge to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Does it Protect Transgenders?)

by Diane Rufino, October 10, 2019 The Supreme Court just began its 2019-2020 term on Monday, October 7. The following day, on Oct. 8, the justices heard oral arguments in two potential landmark cases, both challenges to Title VII of … Continue reading

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Religious Liberty is Still Under Attack

        (Photo Credit – Matthew Staver for The New York Times) by Diane Rufino, January 11, 2019 GREAT NEWS !! But first the bad news:  Religious liberty continues to be in jeopardy in Colorado, the home of Christian baker and … Continue reading

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The Persistent Racist Accusations of the NC NAACP and its Continued Attempts to Frustrate a Voter ID Law in North Carolina

(Photo source: Associated Press and the Virginian Pilot) by Diane Rufino, December 4, 2018 On November 6, an amendment to the North Carolina constitution requiring voters to present a photo identification for voting in person (the “Voter ID” amendment) passed … Continue reading

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Phillips v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission: Will the Supreme Court Leave the First Amendment Intact?

Photo: Take by Diane Rufino on December 5, 2017, of Jack Phillips and his attorney, Kristin Waggoner, outside the Supreme Court building after Oral Arguments.   by Diane Rufino, March 9, 2018 We’ve all heard of the case of the … Continue reading

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The Hypocrisy, and Unconstitutionality, of Affirmative Action Policies at Ivy League Universities

              by Diane Rufino, November 22, 2017 As most of you may know, I take education very seriously. It is directly linked to the absolute right (fundamental right) to the pursuit of happiness, including … Continue reading

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