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Courtroom Prayers Can Continue In Montgomery County

Gail Delaughter

Posted on August 16, 2016 · The Texas Attorney General says it’s okay for a Montgomery County Justice of the Peace to open his court with a prayer. But the group that complained about the practice is now considering a federal lawsuit.

Tags courts First Amendment Freedom From Religion Foundation montgomery county prayer

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Brewster County Sheriff’s Office Settles Lawsuit, Will Remove Cross Decals

Travis Bubenik

Posted on June 3, 2016 · Brewster County has agreed to a settlement in the lawsuit filed by the Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF).

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Posted on May 2, 2023 · Early voting ends Tuesday night, with Election Day scheduled for Saturday.

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