WATCH: Muslim Labor MP Anne Aly criticises the Prime Minister for “pointing fingers at radical Islam,” says there are “bigger threats than religious terror.”
Muslim Labor MP Anne Aly has criticised Scott Morrison for his response to the recent Islamic terrorist attack in Melbourne saying, the Prime Minister “needs a little terrorism 101 before pointing fingers at radical Islam.” The comments were made after the Prime Minister rightly called on Muslim leaders to take “special responsibility” for stamping out radicalism in their communities. “I am the first to protect religious freedom in this country, but it also means I must be the first to call out religious extremism,” the Prime Minister said. “Religious extremism takes many forms around the world, and no religion is…
Senator Cory Bernardi says, we need to have a frank discussion about freedom, identity politics and political correctness
Senator Cory Bernardi has said there needs to be a frank discussion in Australia about religious freedom, identity politics and political correctness. “The issue is about how do we maximise freedom in this country, freedom of speech, freedom of association, without getting bogged down in too much identity politics or political correctness.” WATCH: Senator @corybernardi says we need to have a frank discussion about religious freedom, identity politics and political correctness in Australia https://t.co/1NRmb6WDWW #auspol #freespeech #freedom #religiousfreedom #ssm pic.twitter.com/Znow2qms3n — Aust Conservatives (@AuConservatives) July 11, 2018
Religious liberty and Australian culture
Roughly 40% of Australians voted No to same-sex marriage and, according to a recent Newspoll, roughly 40% also reject the legitimacy of religious protections for Australians who disagree with same-sex marriage. The debates taking place in Federal parliament regarding religious liberty are culturally significant. The cultural reformation of the 1960s has transformed social views on sex, marriage, family, and, increasingly, gender. And yet clearly not all have gone with the tide. What became increasingly obvious during the same-sex marriage debate and now with the debate over religious protections is that culturally Australia is shifting back to the acrimonious sectarianism that…
Liberals ignoring basic freedoms
Rowan Dean, Lyle Shelton, and Morgan Begg discuss same-sex marriage, Safe Schools, anti-discrimination laws and the failure of senior Liberals to protect basic freedoms. Lyle Shelton’s remarks are worth highlighting: “This is not just a matter of religious protections. Freedom of speech is not even protected under the Dean Smith bill. That is a fact. Forget about paid professional clergy, or people like me who’ve got a faith. If you’re a non-Christian or a non-Muslim and you want to express the idea that marriage is between a man and a woman, you could be taken to a tribunal. That’s just…
New Attacks on our Freedom of Conscience
Last week the Federal Group denied service to a Coalition for Marriage gathering. The Plenary Hall at Wrest Point Casino was booked and paid for, and then cancelled forty-eight hours before the event. The University of Tasmania was approached. The Stanley Burbury Theatre was free, but the University also denied service. The event “did not fit within the terms of hire for university facilities.” Thankfully the Vice-Chancellor reviewed the refusal, and the evening went ahead. We could say a lot about the Federal Group’s discourteousness, cancelling very late a booking made in good faith. And we could say a lot…
Bold New Creed Rejects “Biology Is Bigotry” Sexual Heresies in the Name of Sexual Integrity
“Such a formal stand is necessary because we live in an era where Eros is rapidly eroding free speech and religious freedom.”
U.S. Coast Guard Boots Christians for Opposing Vax Mandate
An estimated 1,200 active service members of the United States Coast Guard have filed a class action against the US government, arguing that “vaccine” mandates violated their religious freedom.
Health Minister Says He’s Not Concerned About Crowds Gathering at the Beach After Rejecting Church’s Request for Outdoor Service
“This is another clear message from the Health Minister that religious freedoms don’t matter.”
Ten Problems with Victoria’s Conversion Therapy Bill
While Christian Porter has delayed the introduction of the Religious Freedom Bill until 2021 due to COVID-19, the Attorney-General Jill Hennessy has sought to make hay while the sun shines.
Europe Witnesses Surge in Anti-Christian Violence
“A key report has revealed a sharp rise in crimes targeting Christians, documenting 2,444 incidents across 35 countries and highlighting escalating hostility against Christian communities.”
Is NSW Becoming Anti-Humanist?
“It seems we have a current State government that can find good-hearted words but who is opening doors to 1984 in the 2020s.”
Labour-Led Council Drops Plan to Criminalise Public Christianity
“Freedom of speech—and especially religious expression—is not a privilege handed out at the discretion of local authorities. It is a fundamental right, protected by law, and hard-won through centuries of struggle,” said Andrea Williams, chief executive of the Christian Legal Centre.
Over 2,000 Sign ‘Open Windows’ Letter Opposing NSW Conversion Practices Law
“We will not stop praying and teaching God’s good design for human flourishing, regardless of what the government says,” the author stated.
Over 1,000 Sign Open Letter Urging Repeal of NSW Conversion Practices Ban
The letter attracted more than 1,000 signatures in just over 48 hours.
Church Leaders Issue Open Letter Defying NSW Conversion Law, Vow to Continue Ministry
“We will continue to exercise orthodox Christian ministry and discipleship, including counselling and praying with individuals concerning the Christian view of sex, marriage, and gender. We must obey God rather than men,” the statement reads.
UK Council Seeks to Ban Public Christianity; Offenders Face Two Years in Prison
“The proposed legal measure would prevent Christians from offering prayer, distributing Gospel tracts or Bibles, and laying hands on individuals, even with their permission.”
Political Parties Court Hindu Vote: Promise More Indian Immigrants to Australia and More Taxpayer-Funded Hinduism
“This is just one obvious issue with multiculturalism. Our leaders often end up pouring taxpayer money into projects aimed at specific groups that undermine Western culture just to lock in their political support.”
US Commission Calls on Trump to Designate Nigeria a Hotbed of Christian Persecution
“Nigeria was designated by Trump as a Country of Particular Concern in 2020. This decision was overturned by the Biden administration without explanation.”
Global Persecution of Christians Continues Amid Silence and Apathy
“More than 380 million Christians suffer high levels of persecution and discrimination for their faith.”
UK Teacher Cancelled for Criticising Islam, Abortion and LGBTQ Has Dismissal Upheld
“Dybowski’s dismissal seems to have been upheld on a technicality found in his criticisms of Sharia Law.”