In addition, she mentions the case of those who refuse to vaccinate their children on religious grounds. Today, these issues and concerns about the religious right are just as urgent as they were 25 years ago when the organization I lead was founded as an alternative voice. Here we are, in 2019, still having to remind elected officials: Whether a child welfare agency, a bakeshop or a health care provider, religious freedom does not grant a license to discriminate or threaten the well-being of others. Until we get that right and put it into practice, our collective rights will be in jeopardy. (Rabbi) Jack MolineWashingtonThe writer is president of the Interfaith Alliance.

Source: New York Times May 22, 2019 17:37 UTC