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The moral imperative of Roe v. Wade
Rev. Dr. Susan Brooks Thistlethwaite writes, ''Women deserve to be safe, healthy, and respected regarding their decisions about a pregnancy.''
Read MoreKeeping faith with our veterans
Finding ways to support our veterans as they seek to continue living their lives as meaningful and productive citizens is very important for our national community.
Read MoreWorking with faith communities to protect the vote
We're inviting faith leaders to share portions of a letter DNC faith outreach director Rev. Derrick Harkins has written—in both English and Spanish translations—with their congregants to shed light on what promises to be a genuine threat to democracy: voter suppression legislation.
Read MorePresident Obama Hosts the Annual Iftar
Last night the White House continued a longstanding tradition of hosting an iftar--the meal that breaks the dawn to sunset fast Muslims observe during Ramadan--the holy month in the Islamic calendar. Guests included congressional representatives, community members, and foreign dignitaries.
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The Obama administration and faith-based communities
The DNC Faith Team is Keeping Busy!
June 25, 2012Rev. Derrick Harkins, the DNC’s National Director of Faith Outreach, met with faith leaders in Ohio and North Carolina to talk about the President’s accomplishments and the important choice before Americans this election cycle. These leaders praised the President’s values and his strong commitment to common good policy.
President Obama Stands Up for Young Immigrants
June 15, 2012President Obama has announced a bold change to immigration policy. Young, eligible undocumented immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as children will now be able to apply to continue legally studying or working in the country. This move was met with strong support from faith leaders across the country who agree that this is not a partisan issue but rather about equal opportunity.
Working with faith communities to protect the vote
November 4, 2011In the DNC's continued efforts to combat voter suppression legislation Rev. Derrick Harkins met with faith leaders across the country to educate and amplify their efforts to ensure that all Americans can exercise their right to vote.