Supreme Court Justice Alito Criticizes Exclusion of Christians from Jury Duty in LGBT Case

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito raised concerns about the treatment of Christians in a recent trial involving a lesbian, stating that Christians with traditional religious views are increasingly being labeled as bigots. Alito’s comments came after Missouri requested the Supreme Court to review a ruling that barred two Christians from serving on the jury in the trial. Alito referenced his dissent in the 2015 Obergefell v. Hodges case, where he warned that the legalization of same-sex marriage could lead to the labeling of Americans with traditional religious beliefs as bigots. He … Read more

Grieving Gilbert Family Propels ‘Christian’s Law’ to Protect Kids from Accidental Shootings

GILBERT, AZ – A Gilbert family is pushing for a new law in memory of their late son, Christian Petillo, who tragically lost his life in a preventable shooting accident. Christian’s parents, Bruce and Claire Petillo, have introduced a bill called “Christian’s Law” at the state Capitol, aimed at promoting gun safety by requiring homeowners to properly secure their firearms. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Jennifer Longdon, was reintroduced as House Bill 2233 after not progressing in the previous legislative session. Christian, a 15-year-old boy, was fatally shot during a sleepover at a friend’s house … Read more