by William C. Duncan | Oct 11, 2023
Ninth Circuit affirms religious freedom in California student group case Written by A recent federal legal decision from California regarding student groups highlights two important realities: (1) A sound understanding of religious freedom may be taking hold across...
by William C. Duncan | Oct 11, 2023
Coverage of LDS Church tithing lawsuit is missing some key details Written by Originally published in The Salt Lake Tribune. The ongoing lawsuit against The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints by a former member over past tithing payments has resulted in...
by William C. Duncan | Oct 5, 2023
First Amendment requires courts to stay out of tithing dispute Written by How should we resolve religious disputes? If you think that a minister is insufficiently orthodox or that your church’s hierarchy chose the wrong pastor, what can you do? Whatever the answer,...
by William C. Duncan | Sep 27, 2023
How people of faith have shaped America’s Constitution Written by William C. Duncan Originally published in Deseret News. The liberty to speak freely on issues of consequence. The chance to vote for our representatives. The freedom to join others to promote causes...
by William C. Duncan | Sep 27, 2023
Why we need to ‘give the Devil the benefit of law’ Written by William C. Duncan Richard Rich (1496-1567) was a prominent British royal official who played significant roles in the reigns of four monarchs, beginning with Henry VIII. He participated in religious...